For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,020 students in 20721, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20721, MD are Kingsford Elementary School and Lake Arbor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20721 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20721, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20721, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingsford Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Enterprise Rd
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Lake Arbor Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10205 Lake Arbor Way
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20721, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20721, MD include Kingsford Elementary School and Lake Arbor Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20721?
2 public preschools are located in 20721.
What is the racial composition of students in 20721?
20721 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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