For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,621 students in 20872, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 145 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 20872, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20872, MD are Clearspring Elementary School, Damascus High School and Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20872 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20872, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 20872, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearspring Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9930 Moyer Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-2580
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Damascus High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25921 Ridge Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2400
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24555 Cutsail Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-5180
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Damascus Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10201 Bethesda Church Rd
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-6180
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 740-6180
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
John T. Baker Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25400 Oak Dr
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Damascus, MD 20872
(240) 207-2440
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20872, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20872, MD include Clearspring Elementary School, Damascus High School and Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20872?
5 public schools are located in 20872.
What percentage of students in 20872 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 20872 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20872?
20872 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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