For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 3,977 students in 20785, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20785, MD are Judith P. Hoyer Montessori, William Paca Elementary School and Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20785 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20785, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20785, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Judith P. Hoyer Montessori
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
929 Hill Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-4420
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 808-4420
Gr: PK-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
William Paca Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7801 Sherriff Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1330
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1330
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3324 64th Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1944
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1944
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Kenmoor Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 985-1880
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 985-1880
Gr: PK-5 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Columbia Park Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Kent Village Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1322
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1322
Gr: PK-5 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Dodge Park Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3401 Hubbard Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 883-4220
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 883-4220
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Cora L. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 Nalley Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 636-6340
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 636-6340
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Lowland Dr
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 333-0980
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 333-0980
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
3211 82nd Ave
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1970
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 925-1970
Gr: PK | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20785, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20785, MD include Judith P. Hoyer Montessori, William Paca Elementary School and Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20785?
9 public preschools are located in 20785.
What is the racial composition of students in 20785?
20785 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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