For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,795 students in 20721, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD are Kingsford Elementary School, Lake Arbor Elementary School and Ernest Everett Just Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 20721 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20721, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20721, MD Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kingsford Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Enterprise Rd
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 390-0260
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #22.
Lake Arbor Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10205 Lake Arbor Way
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-5940
Grades: PK-5
| 555 students
Rank: #33.
Ernest Everett Just Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Campus Way N
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-4040
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 808-4040
Grades: 6-8
| 775 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20721, MD include Kingsford Elementary School, Lake Arbor Elementary School and Ernest Everett Just Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20721?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20721.
What is the racial composition of students in 20721?
20721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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