For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,990 students in 20816, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20816, MD are Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20816 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20816, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20816, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westbrook Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5110 Allan Ter
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1040
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Wood Acres Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5800 Cromwell Drive
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Westland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5511 Massachusetts Ave
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-5850
Bethesda, MD 20816
(240) 740-5850
Gr: 6-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20816, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20816, MD include Westbrook Elementary School, Wood Acres Elementary School and Westland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20816?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20816.
What is the racial composition of students in 20816?
20816 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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