For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,691 students in 20853, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20853, MD are Cashell Elementary School, Rock Creek Valley Elementary School and Brookhaven Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20853 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cashell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17101 Cashell Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5121 Russett Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Brookhaven Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4610 Renn St
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Wheaton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4510 Faroe Pl
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
20853, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mark Twain School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
14501 Avery Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20853, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20853, MD include Cashell Elementary School, Rock Creek Valley Elementary School and Brookhaven Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20853?
4 public preschools are located in 20853.
What is the racial composition of students in 20853?
20853 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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