For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,192 students in 20657, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20657, MD are Dowell Elementary School, Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus and Mill Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 20657, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20657, MD include Dowell Elementary School, Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus and Mill Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20657?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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