For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,259 students in 20740, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD are Berwyn Heights Elementary School, Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20740 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20740, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20740, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berwyn Heights Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6200 Pontiac St
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
College Park, MD 20740
(240) 684-6210
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Paint Branch Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Pierce Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Hollywood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9811 49th Ave
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 513-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20740, MD include Berwyn Heights Elementary School, Paint Branch Elementary School and Hollywood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20740?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20740.
What is the racial composition of students in 20740?
20740 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).