For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,131 students in 20853, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD are Earle B. Wood Middle School, Parkland Middle School and Alternative Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle schools in zipcode 20853 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20853, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20853, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Earle B. Wood Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14615 Bauer Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-7640
Grades: 6-8
| 1,039 students
Rank: #22.
Parkland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 West Frankfort Dr
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Rockville, MD 20853
(240) 740-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,092 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
20853, Maryland ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mark Twain School (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
14501 Avery Rd
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Rockville, MD 20853
(301) 279-4900
Grades: 7-12
| 93 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20853, MD include Earle B. Wood Middle School, Parkland Middle School and Alternative Programs.
How many public middle schools are located in 20853?
3 public middle schools are located in 20853.
What is the racial composition of students in 20853?
20853 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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