For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,325 students in 20837, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 20837, MD are Poolesville High School, Poolesville Elementary School and John Poole Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 20837 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20837, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20837, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Poolesville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
17501 W Willard Rd
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-2400
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,332 students
Rank: #22.
Poolesville Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
19565 Fisher Ave
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-5870
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-5870
Grades: K-5
| 561 students
Rank: #33.
John Poole Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17014 Tom Fox Ave
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-4200
Poolesville, MD 20837
(240) 740-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 432 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20837, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 20837, MD include Poolesville High School, Poolesville Elementary School and John Poole Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 20837?
3 public schools are located in 20837.
What is the racial composition of students in 20837?
20837 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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