For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,042 students in 20853, MD (there are , serving 1,511 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 20853, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 20853, MD are Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School, Cashell Elementary School and Flower Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20853 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14516 Nadine Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-3260
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-3260
Grades: K-5
| 646 students
Rank: #22.
Cashell Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17101 Cashell Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0560
Grades: PK-5
| 342 students
Rank: #33.
Flower Valley Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4615 Sunflower Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1780
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1780
Grades: K-5
| 574 students
Rank: #44.
Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5121 Russett Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #55.
Brookhaven Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4610 Renn St
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0500
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Rank: #66.
Earle B. Wood Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14615 Bauer Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Grades: 6-8
| 1,039 students
Rank: #77.
Wheaton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4510 Faroe Pl
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Grades: PK-5
| 556 students
Rank: #88.
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
| 1,092 students
Rank: #99.
Alternative Programs
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14501 Avery Road
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-5000
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-5000
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
20853, Maryland 51±¬ÁÏs (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 schools in 20853, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20853, MD include Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School, Cashell Elementary School and Flower Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20853?
9 public schools are located in 20853.
What percentage of students in 20853 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 20853 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20853?
20853 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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