For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,900 students in 20854, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 20854, MD are Cabin John Middle School and Herbert Hoover Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 20854 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 20854, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20854, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cabin John Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10701 Gainsborough Road
Potomac, MD 20854
(240) 406-1600
Potomac, MD 20854
(240) 406-1600
Grades: 6-8
| 974 students
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8810 Post Oak Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 968-3740
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 968-3740
Grades: 6-8
| 926 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 20854, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 20854, MD include Cabin John Middle School and Herbert Hoover Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20854?
2 public middle schools are located in 20854.
What is the racial composition of students in 20854?
20854 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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