For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,642 students in 20815, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20815, MD are Chevy Chase Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Rock Creek Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20815 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20815, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20815, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chevy Chase Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4015 Rosemary St
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 657-4994
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 657-4994
Gr: 3-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Somerset Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5811 Warwick Pl
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 740-1100
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 740-1100
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Rock Creek Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8330 Grubb Road
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 839-3201
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 839-3201
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
North Chevy Chase Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 Jones Bridge Rd
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 204-5280
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(240) 204-5280
Gr: 3-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 20815, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 20815, MD include Chevy Chase Elementary School, Somerset Elementary School and Rock Creek Forest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20815?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20815.
What is the racial composition of students in 20815?
20815 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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