For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,059 students in 20853, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 720 private students). 87% 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 28% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 69% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14516 Nadine Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-3260
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-3260
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Flower Valley Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4615 Sunflower Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1780
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1780
Gr: K-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Rock Creek Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5121 Russett Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Wheaton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4510 Faroe Pl
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-0220
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Earle B. Wood Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14615 Bauer Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Gr: 6-8 | 1,019 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Parkland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 West Frankfort Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,185 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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
Gr: 6-12
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?
87% 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 69% (majority Black).
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