For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,287 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, Fox Chapel Elementary School and William B. Gibbs Jr. 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 23% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), 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 68% (majority Black).
Best 20876, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cedar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24001 Ridge Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Grades: K-5
| 349 students
Rank: #22.
Fox Chapel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19315 Archdale Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Grades: PK-5
| 598 students
Rank: #33.
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12615 Royal Crown Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Grades: PK-5
| 601 students
Rank: #44.
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21301 Seneca Crossing Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #55.
Captain James E. Daly Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20301 Brandermill Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #66.
Neelsville Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11700 Neelsville Church Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 353-8064
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 353-8064
Grades: 6-8
| 782 students
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, Fox Chapel Elementary School and William B. Gibbs Jr. 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 68% (majority Black).
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