For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 6,038 students in 20814, MD (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,811 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 20814, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20814, MD are Walter Johnson High School, Bethesda-chevy Chase High School and Bethesda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20814 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20814, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20814, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter Johnson High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6400 Rock Spring Dr
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-6900
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 3,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Bethesda-chevy Chase High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4301 East-west Hwy
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-0400
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,377 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Bethesda Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7600 Arlington Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 204-5300
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 204-5300
Gr: K-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20814, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20814, MD include Walter Johnson High School, Bethesda-chevy Chase High School and Bethesda Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20814?
3 public schools are located in 20814.
What percentage of students in 20814 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 20814 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20814?
20814 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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