For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,006 students in 20886, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 449 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 20886, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20886, MD are Stedwick Elementary School, Watkins Mill Elementary School and Montgomery Village Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20886 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20886, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20886, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stedwick Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10631 Stedwick Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-7190
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Watkins Mill Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19001 Watkins Mill Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Montgomery Village Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19300 Watkins Mill Rd
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-6720
Montgomery Village, MD 20886
(240) 740-6720
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20886, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20886, MD include Stedwick Elementary School, Watkins Mill Elementary School and Montgomery Village Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20886?
3 public schools are located in 20886.
What percentage of students in 20886 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 20886 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20886?
20886 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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