For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,126 students in 20902, MD (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,212 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 20902, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20902, MD are Mcps Transitions School, Oakland Terrace Elementary School and Flora M. Singer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20902 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 20902, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 20902, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcps Transitions School
Special Education School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11721 Kemp Mill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5900
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5900
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Oakland Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2720 Plyers Mill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4880
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4880
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
Flora M. Singer Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 Hayden Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0330
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0330
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Rank: #44.
John F. Kennedy High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1901 Randolph Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0100
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,776 students
Rank: #55.
Sligo Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 Dennis Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Grades: 6-8
| 718 students
Rank: #66.
Glen Haven Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10900 Inwood Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 649-8051
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 649-8051
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #77.
Glenallan Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12520 Heurich Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0760
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-0760
Grades: PK-5
| 689 students
Rank: #88.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Medway St
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-1770
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-1770
Grades: PK-5
| 521 students
Rank: #99.
Kemp Mill Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
411 Sisson St
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5970
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-5970
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Rank: #1010.
Odessa Shannon Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11800 Monticello Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Grades: 6-8
| 760 students
Rank: #1111.
Arcola Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Franwall Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8585
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8585
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20902, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20902, MD include Mcps Transitions School, Oakland Terrace Elementary School and Flora M. Singer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20902, MD?
11 public schools are located in 20902, MD.
What percentage of students in 20902, MD go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 20902, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20902, MD?
20902, MD public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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