For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,226 students in 20886, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20886, MD are Stedwick Elementary School and Watkins Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20886 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20886, 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20886, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stedwick Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10631 Stedwick Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Watkins Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19001 Watkins Mill Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20886, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20886, MD include Stedwick Elementary School and Watkins Mill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20886?
2 public preschools are located in 20886.
What is the racial composition of students in 20886?
20886 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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