For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,184 students in 20882, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 20882, MD are Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20882 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20882, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20882, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24200 Woodfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Laytonsville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21401 Laytonsville Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Goshen Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8701 Warfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20882, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 20882, MD include Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20882?
3 public preschools are located in 20882.
What is the racial composition of students in 20882?
20882 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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