For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,696 students in 20901, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20901, MD are Forest Knolls Elementary School and Burnt Mills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20901 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20901, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20901, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Knolls Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10830 Eastwood Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1640
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1640
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Burnt Mills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11211 Childs Street
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7320
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
807 Daleview Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-0840
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-0840
Gr: PK-2 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20901, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20901, MD include Forest Knolls Elementary School and Burnt Mills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20901?
3 public preschools are located in 20901.
What is the racial composition of students in 20901?
20901 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% 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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