For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,722 students in 20905, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 20905, MD are Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School, Stonegate Elementary School and James Hubert Blake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20905 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20905, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20905, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Swingingdale Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-5670
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-5670
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Stonegate Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14811 Notley Road
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-7340
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
James Hubert Blake High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Norwood Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-1400
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,809 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Cloverly Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Briggs Chaney Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-4660
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-4660
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Fairland Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14315 Fairdale Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-0640
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(240) 740-0640
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Briggs Chaney Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Rainbow Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(301) 288-8300
Silver Spring, MD 20905
(301) 288-8300
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20905, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20905, MD include Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School, Stonegate Elementary School and James Hubert Blake High School.
How many public schools are located in 20905?
6 public schools are located in 20905.
What is the racial composition of students in 20905?
20905 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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