For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 6,132 students in 20817, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD are Bradley Hills Elementary School, Bannockburn Elementary School and Seven Locks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20817 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20817, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20817, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradley Hills Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8701 Hartsdale Ave
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 204-5210
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 204-5210
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Bannockburn Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6520 Dalroy Ln
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Seven Locks Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9500 Seven Locks Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0940
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0940
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Carderock Springs Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7401 Persimmon Tree Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0540
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0540
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Wyngate Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9300 Wadsworth Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1080
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1080
Gr: K-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Burning Tree Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7900 Beech Tree Rd
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6311 Wilson Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
North Bethesda Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8935 Bradmoor Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-2100
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,224 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
Ashburton Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6314 Lone Oak Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1300
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1300
Gr: K-5 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD include Bradley Hills Elementary School, Bannockburn Elementary School and Seven Locks Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20817?
9 public elementary schools are located in 20817.
What is the racial composition of students in 20817?
20817 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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