For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,645 students in 20772, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20772, MD are Barack Obama Elementary School, Melwood Elementary School and Patuxent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20772 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20772, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20772, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barack Obama Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12700 Brooke Ln
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 574-4020
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 574-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Melwood Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Woodyard Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2500
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Patuxent Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Bishopmill Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-7700
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Marlton Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8506 Old Colony Dr S
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-7780
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 952-7780
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Rosaryville Elementary School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9925 Rosaryville Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2490
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-2490
Gr: PK-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Arrowhead Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Sansbury Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 499-7071
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 499-7071
Gr: PK-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20772, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20772, MD include Barack Obama Elementary School, Melwood Elementary School and Patuxent Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20772?
6 public preschools are located in 20772.
What is the racial composition of students in 20772?
20772 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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