For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,763 students in 20878, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20878, MD are Lakelands Park Middle School and Ridgeview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20878 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20878, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20878, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakelands Park Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Main St
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-6450
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-6450
Grades: 6-8
| 1,014 students
Rank: #22.
Ridgeview Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16600 Raven Rock Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-3330
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(240) 740-3330
Grades: 6-8
| 749 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20878, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20878, MD include Lakelands Park Middle School and Ridgeview Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20878?
2 public middle schools are located in 20878.
What is the racial composition of students in 20878?
20878 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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