For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,163 students in 20882, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20882, MD are Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20882 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20882, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20882, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
24200 Woodfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 207-2550
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Laytonsville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21401 Laytonsville Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-1660
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Goshen Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8701 Warfield Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(240) 740-6170
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20882, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20882, MD include Woodfield Elementary School, Laytonsville Elementary School and Goshen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20882?
3 public elementary schools are located in 20882.
What is the racial composition of students in 20882?
20882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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