For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 6,002 students in 20817, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD are Seven Locks Elementary School, Bannockburn Elementary School and Bradley Hills 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 57% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), 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 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20817, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Seven Locks Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9500 Seven Locks Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0940
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-0940
Grades: K-5
| 372 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bannockburn Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6520 Dalroy Ln
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bradley Hills Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8701 Hartsdale Ave
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 204-5210
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 204-5210
Grades: K-5
| 466 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #55.
Wyngate Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9300 Wadsworth Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1080
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1080
Grades: K-5
| 679 students
Rank: #66.
Burning Tree Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7900 Beech Tree Rd
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
Grades: K-5
| 484 students
Rank: #77.
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6311 Wilson Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,260 students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 1,163 students
Rank: #99.
Ashburton Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6314 Lone Oak Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1300
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1300
Grades: K-5
| 821 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20817, MD include Seven Locks Elementary School, Bannockburn Elementary School and Bradley Hills 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 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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