For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,225 students in 20876, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 40 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 20876, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20876, MD are Cedar Grove Elementary School, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School and Fox Chapel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20876 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20876, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20876, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24001 Ridge Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12615 Royal Crown Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Fox Chapel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19315 Archdale Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21301 Seneca Crossing Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Captain James E. Daly Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20301 Brandermill Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Neelsville Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11700 Neelsville Church Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6630
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6630
Gr: 6-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20876, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20876, MD include Cedar Grove Elementary School, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School and Fox Chapel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20876?
6 public schools are located in 20876.
What percentage of students in 20876 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 20876 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20876?
20876 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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