For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,909 students in 20901, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20901, MD are Forest Knolls Elementary School, Highland View Elementary School and Pine Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20901 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20901, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20901, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Knolls Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10830 Eastwood Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1640
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1640
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Highland View Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9010 Providence Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1990
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1990
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Pine Crest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Woodmoor Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1970
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-1970
Gr: 3-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Oak View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 E Wayne Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6540
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6540
Gr: 3-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Eastern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 University Blvd East
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6280
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-6280
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #66.
Burnt Mills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11211 Childs Street
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7320
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
807 Daleview Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-0840
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 740-0840
Gr: PK-2 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20901, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20901, MD include Forest Knolls Elementary School, Highland View Elementary School and Pine Crest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20901?
7 public elementary schools are located in 20901.
What is the racial composition of students in 20901?
20901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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