For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,334 students in 20707, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 931 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 20707, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20707, MD are Chesapeake Math And It Public Charter, Bond Mill Elementary School and Laurel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20707 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20707, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20707, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chesapeake Math And It Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14800 Sweitzer Ln
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 350-6051
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 350-6051
Gr: K-12 | 1,681 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Bond Mill Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16001 Sherwood Ave
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3600
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3600
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Laurel High School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Cherry Ln
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-2050
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-2050
Gr: 9-12 | 2,129 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Scotchtown Hills Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15950 Dorset Rd
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3994
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3994
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
516 Montgomery St
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3660
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 497-3660
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20707, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20707, MD include Chesapeake Math And It Public Charter, Bond Mill Elementary School and Laurel High School.
How many public schools are located in 20707?
5 public schools are located in 20707.
What percentage of students in 20707 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 20707 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20707?
20707 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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