For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,181 students in 20814, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20814, MD are Bethesda Elementary School and Woodlin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20814 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20814, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20814, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bethesda Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7600 Arlington Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 204-5300
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 204-5300
Grades: K-5
| 584 students
Rank: #22.
Woodlin Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Grosvenor Ln
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-7350
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-7350
Grades: K-5
| 597 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20814, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20814, MD include Bethesda Elementary School and Woodlin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20814?
2 public elementary schools are located in 20814.
What is the racial composition of students in 20814?
20814 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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