For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,254 students in 20872, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20872, MD are Clearspring Elementary School, Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School and Damascus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20872 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20872, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20872, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clearspring Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9930 Moyer Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Grades: PK-5
| 539 students
Rank: #22.
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24555 Cutsail Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Rank: #33.
Damascus Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10201 Bethesda Church Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-6180
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-6180
Grades: K-5
| 346 students
Rank: #44.
John T. Baker Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25400 Oak Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Grades: 6-8
| 842 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20872, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20872, MD include Clearspring Elementary School, Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School and Damascus Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20872?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20872.
What is the racial composition of students in 20872?
20872 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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