For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,096 students in 20640, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20640, MD are J. C. Parks Elementary School and Indian Head Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20640 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20640, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20640, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. C. Parks Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3505 Livingston Rd
Indian Head, MD 20640
(301) 375-7444
Indian Head, MD 20640
(301) 375-7444
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Indian Head Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Indian Head Hwy
Indian Head, MD 20640
(301) 743-5454
Indian Head, MD 20640
(301) 743-5454
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20640, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20640, MD include J. C. Parks Elementary School and Indian Head Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20640?
2 public preschools are located in 20640.
What is the racial composition of students in 20640?
20640 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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