For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,353 students in 20814, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 20814, MD are Walter Johnson High School and Bethesda-chevy Chase High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20814 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 20814, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20814 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walter Johnson High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20814, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter Johnson High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6400 Rock Spring Dr
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-6900
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,984 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Bethesda-chevy Chase High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4301 East-west Hwy
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-0400
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20814, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 20814, MD include Walter Johnson High School and Bethesda-chevy Chase High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20814?
2 public high schools are located in 20814.
What is the racial composition of students in 20814?
20814 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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