For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,900 students in 20906, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20906, MD are Argyle Middle School and A. Mario Loiederman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20906 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20906, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20906, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Argyle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Bel Pre Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6370
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-6370
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
A. Mario Loiederman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12701 Goodhill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5830
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(240) 740-5830
Gr: 6-8 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20906, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20906, MD include Argyle Middle School and A. Mario Loiederman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20906?
2 public middle schools are located in 20906.
What is the racial composition of students in 20906?
20906 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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