For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,029 students in 20650, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20650, MD are Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School and Leonardtown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20650 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20650, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20650, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23595 Hayden Farm Lane
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(240) 309-4658
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(240) 309-4658
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Leonardtown Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22885 Duke St
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0250
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0250
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
20650, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary's County Evening High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
23160 Moakley St
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-5511
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-5511
White Oak Secondary Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
20833 Great Mills Rd
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0246
Leonardtown, MD 20650
(301) 475-0246
Gr: 7-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20650, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20650, MD include Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School and Leonardtown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20650?
2 public preschools are located in 20650.
What is the racial composition of students in 20650?
20650 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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