For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,499 students in 20902, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD are Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20902 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20902, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 20902, MD Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sligo Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Dennis Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Grades: 6-8
| 676 students
Rank: #22.
Odessa Shannon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11800 Monticello Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Grades: 6-8
| 823 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD include Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20902?
2 public middle schools are located in 20902.
What is the racial composition of students in 20902?
20902 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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