For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 705 students in 20866, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20866, MD is Benjamin Banneker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20866 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20866, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20866, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14800 Perrywood Dr
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Burtonsville, MD 20866
(240) 740-6250
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20866, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20866, MD include Benjamin Banneker Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20866?
1 public middle schools are located in 20866.
What is the racial composition of students in 20866?
20866 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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