For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,349 students in 20874, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20874, MD are Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary School, Germantown Elementary School and Lake Seneca Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20874 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20874, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20874, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13881 Hopkins Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6830
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6830
Gr: PK-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Germantown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19110 Liberty Mill Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6490
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-6490
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Lake Seneca Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13600 Wanegarden Dr
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-0280
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-0280
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Clopper Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18501 Cinnamon Dr
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-2180
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-2180
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12500 Wisteria Dr
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-4920
Germantown, MD 20874
(240) 740-4920
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20874, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20874, MD include Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary School, Germantown Elementary School and Lake Seneca Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20874?
5 public preschools are located in 20874.
What is the racial composition of students in 20874?
20874 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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