For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,187 students in 20659, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20659, MD are White Marsh Elementary School, Oakville Elementary School and Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20659 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20659, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20659, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29090 Thompson Corner Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4600
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4600
Grades: K-5
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
Oakville Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26410 Three Notch Road
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 373-4365
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 373-4365
Grades: PK-5
| 307 students
Rank: #33.
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
37840 New Market Turner Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4500
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Margaret Brent Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
29675 Point Lookout Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 884-4635
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 884-4635
Grades: 6-8
| 900 students
Rank: #55.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
28585 Three Notch Rd
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4800
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
(301) 472-4800
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20659, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20659, MD include White Marsh Elementary School, Oakville Elementary School and Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20659?
5 public elementary schools are located in 20659.
What is the racial composition of students in 20659?
20659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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