For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,423 students in 20817, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20817, MD are Thomas W. Pyle Middle School and North Bethesda Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20817 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20817, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20817, MD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas W. Pyle Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6311 Wilson Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,260 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
North Bethesda Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8935 Bradmoor Dr
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-2100
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,163 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20817, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20817, MD include Thomas W. Pyle Middle School and North Bethesda Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20817?
2 public middle schools are located in 20817.
What is the racial composition of students in 20817?
20817 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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