For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,824 students in 20601, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20601, MD are Malcolm Elementary School, J. P. Ryon Elementary School and John Hanson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20601 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20601, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20601, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Malcolm Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14760 Poplar Hill Rd
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-2691
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #22.
J. P. Ryon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12140 Vivian Adams Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-3090
Grades: PK-5
| 640 students
Rank: #33.
John Hanson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3165 John Hanson Dr
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 645-4520
Grades: 6-8
| 772 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20601, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20601, MD include Malcolm Elementary School, J. P. Ryon Elementary School and John Hanson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20601?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20601.
What is the racial composition of students in 20601?
20601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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