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School District for
Zip Code 20815

Montgomery County Public Schools · Grades Pre-K – 12th

8
out of 10 Rating Good
State reading & math tests (EDFacts 2017–18) · 74th percentile in MD
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School District · Rockville, US
Montgomery County Public Schools
📍 Montgomery County, MD · Zip Code 20815
8/10
Rating
Students
208
Schools
Pre-K – 12th
Grade Span
Average About this district: Public school district serving Montgomery, MD ·
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Office
850 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
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District Type
Public School District
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Charter Status
Not applicable
Assigned Schools for Zip 20815
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Montgomery County Public Schools208 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (139)
  • Ashburton Elementary — Grades K–5 · 871 students
  • Farmland Elementary — Grades K–5 · 847 students
  • Bayard Rustin Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 757 students
  • JoAnn Leleck at Broad Acres Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 756 students
  • Arcola Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 747 students
  • Burnt Mills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 747 students
  • South Lake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 746 students
  • Waters Landing Elementary — Grades K–5 · 735 students
  • Watkins Mill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 734 students
  • Garrett Park Elementary — Grades K–5 · 724 students
  • Greencastle Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 722 students
  • Whetstone Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 711 students
  • Sargent Shriver Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 697 students
  • Galway Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 695 students
  • Weller Road Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 691 students
  • Rock Creek Forest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 690 students
  • Luxmanor Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 684 students
  • Glenallan Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 679 students
  • Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 673 students
  • Rachel Carson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 671 students
  • Harmony Hills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 655 students
  • Diamond Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 654 students
  • Flora M. Singer Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 653 students
  • Bethesda Elementary — Grades K–5 · 645 students
  • Rolling Terrace Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 645 students
  • + 114 more elementary schools
📚 Middle Schools (40)
  • Julius West Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,365 students
  • Thomas W. Pyle Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,259 students
  • North Bethesda Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,224 students
  • Parkland Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,185 students
  • Takoma Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,177 students
  • Tilden Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,112 students
  • Earle B. Wood Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,019 students
  • Silver Spring International Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,015 students
  • Rocky Hill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,010 students
  • Lakelands Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 993 students
  • Cabin John Middle — Grades 6–8 · 983 students
  • A. Mario Loiederman Middle — Grades 6–8 · 978 students
  • Eastern Middle — Grades 6–8 · 963 students
  • Francis Scott Key Middle — Grades 6–8 · 950 students
  • Hallie Wells Middle — Grades 6–8 · 931 students
  • Herbert Hoover Middle — Grades 6–8 · 930 students
  • Robert Frost Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 915 students
  • Kingsview Middle — Grades 6–8 · 908 students
  • Roberto W. Clemente Middle — Grades 6–8 · 888 students
  • Gaithersburg Middle — Grades 6–8 · 869 students
  • Argyle Middle — Grades 6–8 · 868 students
  • Rosa M. Parks Middle — Grades 6–8 · 863 students
  • Briggs Chaney Middle — Grades 6–8 · 858 students
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Middle — Grades 6–8 · 841 students
  • John T. Baker Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 841 students
  • + 15 more middle schools
🎓 High Schools (25)
  • Montgomery Blair High — Grades 9–12 · 3,266 students
  • Walter Johnson High — Grades 9–12 · 3,016 students
  • Wheaton High — Grades 9–12 · 2,794 students
  • Gaithersburg High — Grades 9–12 · 2,441 students
  • Seneca Valley High — Grades 9–12 · 2,409 students
  • Bethesda-Chevy Chase High — Grades 9–12 · 2,377 students
  • Richard Montgomery High — Grades 9–12 · 2,366 students
  • Northwest High — Grades 9–12 · 2,300 students
  • Clarksburg High — Grades 9–12 · 2,241 students
  • Winston Churchill High — Grades 9–12 · 2,185 students
  • Quince Orchard High — Grades 9–12 · 2,100 students
  • Walt Whitman High — Grades 9–12 · 2,056 students
  • Paint Branch High — Grades 9–12 · 2,038 students
  • Albert Einstein High — Grades 9–12 · 1,991 students
  • James Hubert Blake High — Grades 9–12 · 1,960 students
  • John F. Kennedy High — Grades 9–12 · 1,880 students
  • Thomas S. Wootton High — Grades 9–12 · 1,870 students
  • Springbrook High — Grades 9–12 · 1,838 students
  • Sherwood High — Grades 9–12 · 1,675 students
  • Col. Zadok Magruder High — Grades 9–12 · 1,671 students
  • Northwood High — Grades 9–12 · 1,654 students
  • Watkins Mill High — Grades 9–12 · 1,577 students
  • Rockville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,550 students
  • Damascus High — Grades 9–12 · 1,390 students
  • Poolesville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,351 students
🏠 Other Schools (4)
  • John L Gildner Regional Inst for Children & Adol — Grades 4–12 · 79 students
  • Rock Terrace School — Grades 6–12 · 77 students
  • Longview School — Grades K–12 · 59 students
  • Stephen Knolls School — Grades PK–12 · 51 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Elementary Schools
Pre-K – 5th Grade · Grades ?
👥 enrollment data unavailable enrolled
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricMontgomery County Public SchoolsNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment3,700Data not available
Number of Schools2086Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$17,400/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating8/10 — GoodNear average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Montgomery County Public Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Montgomery County Public Schools serve?
Montgomery County Public Schools serves students from Pre-K – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 20815. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Montgomery County Public Schools?
You can reach Montgomery County Public Schools via phone: (240)740-3000 or website: www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 20815.
Is Montgomery County Public Schools a public school district?
Montgomery County Public Schools is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 20815, contact Montgomery County Public Schools directly.

About Montgomery County Public Schools

Montgomery County Public Schools serves zip code 20815, covering Montgomery, Maryland with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.

Funding and Resources

Per-pupil spending at Montgomery County Public Schools runs approximately $17,400 annually, placing it near the Maryland state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.

District Scale and Program Breadth

Montgomery County Public Schools is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Montgomery County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.

Understanding the 8/10 Rating

SchoolDistrictFinder rates Montgomery County Public Schools 8 out of 10 — above average among Maryland public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Maryland is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Montgomery County Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Maryland. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 20815

Children in zip code 20815 are assigned to Montgomery County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 20815, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Montgomery County Public Schools at (240)740-3000 or visit www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Montgomery

Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Montgomery County Public Schools serves zip code 20815, homes in and around zip code 20815 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Montgomery County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 20815.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Montgomery County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 20815 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating8/10
GradeAverage
Grades ServedPre-K – 12th
District TypePublic School District
Total Students~N/A
Total Schools208
Per-Pupil Spending$17,400/yr (est.)
Phone(240)740-3000
Data SourceNCES 2024
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School district assignments are estimates based on NCES 2024 geographic data. Always verify your exact assignment directly with your local school district before making enrollment or real estate decisions. Ratings reflect academic performance data from state assessments and other publicly available metrics.