For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,676 students in 20815, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 608 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 20815, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20815, MD are Somerset Elementary School, Chevy Chase Elementary School and Rock Creek Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20815 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20815, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 20815, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Somerset Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5811 Warwick Pl
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 740-1100
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 740-1100
Grades: K-5
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
Chevy Chase Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4015 Rosemary St
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 657-4994
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 657-4994
Grades: 3-5
| 431 students
Rank: #33.
Rock Creek Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8330 Grubb Road
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 839-3201
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 839-3201
Grades: PK-5
| 673 students
Rank: #44.
North Chevy Chase Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Jones Bridge Rd
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 204-5280
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 204-5280
Grades: 3-5
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20815, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20815, MD include Somerset Elementary School, Chevy Chase Elementary School and Rock Creek Forest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20815?
4 public schools are located in 20815.
What percentage of students in 20815 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 20815 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20815?
20815 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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