For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,473 students in 20902, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD are Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20902 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20902, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20902, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sligo Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Dennis Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 287-8890
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Odessa Shannon Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11800 Monticello Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 740-4150
Gr: 6-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20902, MD include Sligo Middle School and Odessa Shannon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20902?
2 public middle schools are located in 20902.
What is the racial composition of students in 20902?
20902 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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