For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,213 students in 20860, MD (there are , serving 374 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 20860, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20860, MD are Sherwood High School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20860 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20860, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20860, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Olney-sandy Spring Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(301) 924-3200
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(301) 924-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,693 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 Olney-sandy Spring Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(240) 740-0960
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(240) 740-0960
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20860, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20860, MD include Sherwood High School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20860?
2 public schools are located in 20860.
What percentage of students in 20860 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 20860 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20860?
20860 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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