Best 20851 Maryland Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 20851, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20851, MD are Meadow Hall Elementary School and Twinbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20851 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20851, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 20851, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadow Hall Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
951 Twinbrook Pkwy
Rockville, MD 20851
(240) 740-5260
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Twinbrook Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5911 Ridgway Ave
Rockville, MD 20851
(240) 740-3450
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20851, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20851, MD include Meadow Hall Elementary School and Twinbrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20851?
2 public elementary schools are located in 20851.
What is the racial composition of students in 20851?
20851 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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