For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,187 students in 20646, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20646, MD are Mary H. Matula Elementary School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and F. B. Gwynn Educational Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20646 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20646, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20646, MD Public Preschools (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 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
F. B. Gwynn Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5998 Radio Station Rd
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-3884
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-3884
Gr: PK | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20646, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20646, MD include Mary H. Matula Elementary School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School and F. B. Gwynn Educational Center.
How many public preschools are located in 20646?
3 public preschools are located in 20646.
What is the racial composition of students in 20646?
20646 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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