For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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