For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 6,534 students in 20814, MD (there are , serving 3,092 private students). 68% 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 63% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20814, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (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 | 2,984 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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 | 2,369 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Woodlin Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Grosvenor Ln
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-7350
Bethesda, MD 20814
(240) 740-7350
Gr: K-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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?
4 public schools are located in 20814.
What percentage of students in 20814 go to public school?
68% 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 54% 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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