For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,107 students in 20657, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20657, MD are Dowell Elementary School, Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus and Mill Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 20657 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20657, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20657, MD ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dowell Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12680 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9480
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11655 Hg Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9710
Gr: PK-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Southern Connector Blvd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9190
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9615 H G Trueman Rd
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Lusby, MD 20657
(443) 550-9250
Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
20657, Maryland ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Appeal Lane
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Lusby, MD 20657
(410) 535-7830
Gr: PK-2 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20657, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20657, MD include Dowell Elementary School, Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus and Mill Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20657?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20657.
What is the racial composition of students in 20657?
20657 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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