For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,385 students in 20866, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20866, MD are Burtonsville Elementary School and Benjamin Banneker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20866 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20866, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20866, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burtonsville Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15516 Old Columbia Pike
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-5700
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-5700
Gr: K-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14800 Perrywood Dr
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20866, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20866, MD include Burtonsville Elementary School and Benjamin Banneker Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20866?
2 public elementary schools are located in 20866.
What is the racial composition of students in 20866?
20866 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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