For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,066 students in 20872, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20872, MD are Clearspring Elementary School and Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20872 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20872, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20872, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clearspring Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9930 Moyer Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #22.
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24555 Cutsail Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20872, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20872, MD include Clearspring Elementary School and Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20872?
2 public preschools are located in 20872.
What is the racial composition of students in 20872?
20872 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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