For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,473 students in 20902, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD are Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20902 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20902, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20902, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sligo Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Dennis Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Odessa Shannon Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11800 Monticello Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Gr: 6-8 | 771 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD include Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20902?
2 public middle schools are located in 20902.
What is the racial composition of students in 20902?
20902 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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