Best Elementary Schools in Zip Code 20613

This analysis examines the two elementary schools in zip code 20613 (Brandywine, Maryland)—Brandywine Elementary and Baden Elementary—both part of the Prince George's County Public Schools district, serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 5 in a suburban area.

The standout school in this area is Baden Elementary, which achieves significantly higher academic results despite serving a more economically disadvantaged population. Baden ranks in the 49th percentile statewide (2 stars) for the 2025-2026 school year, compared to Brandywine Elementary's 18th percentile (1 star). Baden's overall math proficiency (32.1%) is more than three times higher than Brandywine's (9.4%), and its English Language Arts proficiency (45.2%) is nearly 50% higher than Brandywine's (30.4%). This is particularly notable given that Baden has a free/reduced lunch rate of 86.96%, while Brandywine's is 58.39%. Baden also benefits from higher per-student spending ($24,293 vs. $16,274) and a lower student-teacher ratio (14.2:1 vs. 17.6:1), suggesting effective resource allocation.

Key concerns at Brandywine Elementary include a critically low 5th-grade math proficiency rate of just 2.4% and a chronic absenteeism rate of 32.6%, which is above the district average of 30.2%. Both schools face absenteeism challenges, with Baden Elementary at 29.8%. Overall, Baden demonstrates that high poverty does not have to limit academic success, while Brandywine shows that lower poverty rates do not guarantee strong performance. Parents should note that Baden's academic trajectory is positive, with math proficiency improving from 22.4% to 32.1% year-over-year, even as its state ranking has slightly declined.