For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,187 students in 20646, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD are Mary H. Matula Elementary School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and Milton M. Somers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20646 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20646, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20646, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary H. Matula Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6025 Radio Station Rd
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-5412
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-5412
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Willow Ln
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4687
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4687
Gr: PK-5 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Milton M. Somers Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Willow Lane
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-4663
Gr: 6-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix International School Of The Arts
Charter School
95 Catalpa Dr
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 202-4159
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20646, MD include Mary H. Matula Elementary School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and Milton M. Somers Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20646?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20646.
What is the racial composition of students in 20646?
20646 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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