For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,581 students in 20895, MD (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,636 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 20895, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20895, MD are Kensington Parkwood Elementary School, Albert Einstein High School and Stephen Knolls School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20895 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20895, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20895, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kensington Parkwood Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4710 Saul Rd
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-3700
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-3700
Grades: K-5
| 560 students
Rank: #22.
Albert Einstein High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11135 Newport Mill Rd
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-2700
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-2700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,024 students
Rank: #33.
Stephen Knolls School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10731 St. Margaret's Way
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-0050
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-0050
Grades: PK-12
| 54 students
Rank: #44.
Silver Creek Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3701 Saul Rd
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-2200
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 766 students
Rank: #55.
Rock View Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3901 Denfeld Ave
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-0920
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-0920
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #66.
Newport Mill Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11311 Newport Mill Rd
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-7160
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 740-7160
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
20895, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Community Montessori Charter School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
3015 Upton Drive
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 929-2505
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 929-2505
Grades: PK-K
| 99 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20895, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20895, MD include Kensington Parkwood Elementary School, Albert Einstein High School and Stephen Knolls School.
How many public schools are located in 20895?
6 public schools are located in 20895.
What percentage of students in 20895 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 20895 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20895?
20895 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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