For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 858 students in 20905, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20905, MD is Briggs Chaney Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20905 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20905, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 20905, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20905, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20905, MD include Briggs Chaney Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20905?
1 public middle schools are located in 20905.
What is the racial composition of students in 20905?
20905 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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