For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,135 students in 20903, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20903, MD are Cresthaven Elementary School, Joann Leleck At Broad Acres Elementary School and Francis Scott Key Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20903 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20903, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20903, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cresthaven Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1234 Cresthaven Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-0580
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-0580
Gr: 3-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Joann Leleck At Broad Acres Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
710 Beacon Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-1900
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Francis Scott Key Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
910 Schindler Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(301) 422-5700
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(301) 422-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
8720 Carroll Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-1580
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(240) 740-1580
Gr: PK-2 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
1100 Corliss St
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(301) 422-5070
Silver Spring, MD 20903
(301) 422-5070
Gr: PK-2 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20903, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20903, MD include Cresthaven Elementary School, Joann Leleck At Broad Acres Elementary School and Francis Scott Key Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20903?
5 public elementary schools are located in 20903.
What is the racial composition of students in 20903?
20903 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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