For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,441 students in 20716, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20716, MD are Heather Hills Elementary School, Pointer Ridge Elementary School and C. Elizabeth Rieg. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20716 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20716, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20716, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heather Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12605 Heming Ln
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 805-2730
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 805-2730
Gr: 2-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Pointer Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Parkington Ln
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0220
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0220
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
C. Elizabeth Rieg
Special Education School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15542 Peach Walker Dr
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0200
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 390-0200
Gr: K-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Northview Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3700 Northview Dr
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 218-1520
Bowie, MD 20716
(301) 218-1520
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20716, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20716, MD include Heather Hills Elementary School, Pointer Ridge Elementary School and C. Elizabeth Rieg.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20716?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20716.
What is the racial composition of students in 20716?
20716 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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