For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,118 students in 20853, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD are Earle B. Wood Middle School and Parkland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20853 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Earle B. Wood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14615 Bauer Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 460-2150
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 460-2150
Grades: 6-8
| 1,068 students
Rank: #22.
Parkland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 West Frankfort Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,050 students
20853, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mark Twain School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
14501 Avery Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Grades: 7-12
| 93 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD include Earle B. Wood Middle School and Parkland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20853?
2 public middle schools are located in 20853.
What is the racial composition of students in 20853?
20853 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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