For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,621 students in 20816, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 884 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 20816, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20816, MD are Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20816 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 20816, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20816, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westbrook Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5110 Allan Ter
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Wood Acres Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5800 Cromwell Drive
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Grades: PK-5
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
Westland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5511 Massachusetts Ave
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 320-6515
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 320-6515
Grades: 6-8
| 802 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20816, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20816, MD include Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20816, MD?
3 public schools are located in 20816, MD.
What percentage of students in 20816, MD go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 20816, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20816, MD?
20816, MD public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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