For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,287 students in 20876, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20876, MD are Cedar Grove Elementary School, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School and Fox Chapel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20876 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20876, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20876, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
24001 Ridge Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-6190
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12615 Royal Crown Drive
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0740
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Fox Chapel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19315 Archdale Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0680
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21301 Seneca Crossing Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-5980
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Captain James E. Daly Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20301 Brandermill Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Germantown, MD 20876
(240) 740-0600
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Neelsville Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11700 Neelsville Church Rd
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 353-8064
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 353-8064
Gr: 6-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20876, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20876, MD include Cedar Grove Elementary School, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary School and Fox Chapel Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20876?
6 public elementary schools are located in 20876.
What is the racial composition of students in 20876?
20876 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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