For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,129 students in 20879, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20879, MD are Strawberry Knoll Elementary School, Judith A. Resnik Elementary School and Whetstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20879 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20879, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20879, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strawberry Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
18820 Strawberry Knoll Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-5140
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-5140
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Judith A. Resnik Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7301 Hadley Farms Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-3240
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-3240
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Whetstone Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19201 Thomas Farm Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-1060
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-1060
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Flower Hill Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18425 Flower Hill Way
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-5820
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 740-5820
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20879, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20879, MD include Strawberry Knoll Elementary School, Judith A. Resnik Elementary School and Whetstone Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20879?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20879.
What is the racial composition of students in 20879?
20879 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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