For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 6,067 students in 20906, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20906, MD are Viers Mill Elementary School, Strathmore Elementary School and Sargent Shriver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20906 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20906, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20906, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Viers Mill Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11711 Joseph Mill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-1000
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Strathmore Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Beaverwood Ln
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5760
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5760
Gr: 3-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Sargent Shriver Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12518 Greenly St
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6330
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6330
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Weller Road Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3301 Weller Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 287-8601
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 287-8601
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Georgian Forest Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Regina Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-0720
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-0720
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Harmony Hills Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
13407 Lydia St
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-0780
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-0780
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Argyle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Bel Pre Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6370
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6370
Gr: 6-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
A. Mario Loiederman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12701 Goodhill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5830
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5830
Gr: 6-8 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
13801 Rippling Brook Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 287-8870
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 287-8870
Gr: PK-2 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20906, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20906, MD include Viers Mill Elementary School, Strathmore Elementary School and Sargent Shriver Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20906?
9 public elementary schools are located in 20906.
What is the racial composition of students in 20906?
20906 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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