For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,323 students in 20912, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20912, MD are Piney Branch Elementary School, Rolling Terrace Elementary School and Carole Highlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20912 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20912, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20912, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piney Branch Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7510 Maple Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-7780
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-7780
Gr: 3-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Rolling Terrace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
705 Bayfield St
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-1950
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-1950
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Carole Highlands Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Hannon St
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 431-5660
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(301) 431-5660
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
7511 Holly Ave
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-0980
Takoma Park, MD 20912
(240) 740-0980
Gr: PK-2 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20912, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20912, MD include Piney Branch Elementary School, Rolling Terrace Elementary School and Carole Highlands Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20912?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20912.
What is the racial composition of students in 20912?
20912 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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