For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,221 students in 20657, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 20657, MD are Patuxent High School, Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patuxent High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12485 Southern Connector Boule
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-8840
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-8840
Grades: 9-12
| 1,029 students
Rank: #22.
Dowell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12680 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Grades: PK-5
| 585 students
Rank: #33.
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11655 Hg Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Grades: PK-5
| 712 students
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Southern Connector Blvd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Grades: 6-8
| 446 students
Rank: #55.
Southern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9615 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
20657, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Appeal Lane
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Grades: PK-2
| 473 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20657, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20657, MD include Patuxent High School, Dowell Elementary School and Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus.
How many public schools are located in 20657?
5 public schools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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