For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,223 students in 20871, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 92 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 20871, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20871, MD are Wilson Wims Elementary School, Snowden Farm Elementary School and Clarksburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20871 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20871, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20871, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Wims Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12520 Blue Sky Drive
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 406-1670
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 406-1670
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Snowden Farm Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22500 Sweetspire Drive
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-5800
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-5800
Gr: K-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Clarksburg Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13530 Redgrave Pl
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-3530
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-3530
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Clarksburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22500 Wims Rd
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-6000
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,241 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Little Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23930 Burdette Forest Rd
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-5660
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-5660
Gr: K-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Hallie Wells Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11701 Little Seneca Parkway
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(301) 284-4800
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(301) 284-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Rocky Hill Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22401 Brick Haven Way
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-6670
Clarksburg, MD 20871
(240) 740-6670
Gr: 6-8 | 1,010 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20871, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20871, MD include Wilson Wims Elementary School, Snowden Farm Elementary School and Clarksburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20871?
7 public schools are located in 20871.
What percentage of students in 20871 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 20871 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20871?
20871 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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