For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,202 students in 20882, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 20882, MD are Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20882 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20882, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20882, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodfield Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24200 Woodfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Grades: PK-5
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
Laytonsville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21401 Laytonsville Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Goshen Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8701 Warfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Grades: PK-5
| 517 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20882, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20882, MD include Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20882, MD?
3 public schools are located in 20882, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in 20882, MD?
20882, MD public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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