For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,946 students in 20816, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 911 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 20816, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20816, MD are Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20816 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20816, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20816, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westbrook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5110 Allan Ter
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Grades: K-5
| 496 students
Rank: #22.
Wood Acres Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5800 Cromwell Drive
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #33.
Westland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5511 Massachusetts Ave
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 320-6515
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 320-6515
Grades: 6-8
| 845 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20816, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20816, MD include Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20816?
3 public schools are located in 20816.
What percentage of students in 20816 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 20816 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20816?
20816 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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