Best Schools in Germantown, Maryland
22 schools · 15 Elementary · 4 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Germantown?
Use this page to compare every school in Germantown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cedar Grove Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Germantown for 2026 are Cedar Grove Elementary (9.3/10), Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (9.1/10), and William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 21 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
22
20 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$505,667
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
22
20 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$505,667
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Germantown schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Germantown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (21 of 22). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cedar Grove Elementary | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 4 | S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Fox Chapel Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Fellowship Christian School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Kingsview Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Northwest High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Roberto W. Clemente Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $121,680
- Median home value
- $505,667
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 57%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
52% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Germantown compares
Maryland rank
#50 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$122k
110% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
21
About Schools in Germantown, Maryland
Germantown's public school landscape spans 20 ranked schools with an average score of 6.4 out of 10. Performance varies across campuses — four schools, or 20 percent of the ranked pool, clear the 7-point threshold, while the rest cluster closer to or below the city average. Families with address flexibility have real options; the spread between Germantown's strongest school and the city mean is wide enough to reward research.
Cedar Grove Elementary leads the city with a 9.0 — a clear outlier. Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary follows at 8.4, and William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary rounds out the top elementary tier at 7.7. All three concentrate Germantown's high-performing campuses at the elementary level. The highest-ranked middle school, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle, scores 6.8, and Seneca Valley High reaches 7.2 — both above the city average, but a step below the elementary leaders.
That pattern — strong at elementary, more moderate through secondary — is the key planning signal for families thinking long-term. A student zoned to Cedar Grove starts on solid footing, but the feeder path to middle and high school carries more variability. Parents planning a multi-year stay should map the full trajectory from their zone's elementary assignment through secondary, not just evaluate the nearest school.
For most families, Germantown offers a workable landscape with a few standout campuses for those who prioritize performance. With 80 percent of ranked schools below the 7.0 mark, zone assignment matters more here than in cities where strong schools are more evenly distributed. Checking specific school assignments before committing to a neighborhood — rather than assuming all of Germantown performs similarly — is the highest-leverage step any parent can take.
Elementary Schools
15 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 349 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 569 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 3 | 601 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 4 | 493 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 5 | 598 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.4 |
| 6 | 707 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 7 | 318 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 8 | 510 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 9 | 717 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 10 | 455 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
Show all 15 elementary schools in Germantown
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 922 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 866 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 858 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
| 4 | 782 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,386 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 2,386 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65 students · Kindergarten–12th | 2.2 |
Schools in Germantown
Germantown, Maryland · 22 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$121,680
Median Home Value
$505,667
Median Rent
$2,069/mo
Population
153,980
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Community Profile
Germantown has a median household income of $121,680. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $505,667, with a median rent of $2,069/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 15
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Germantown, Maryland
How many schools are in Germantown, Maryland?
Germantown has 22 schools, including 20 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Germantown, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Germantown is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Germantown, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Germantown on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Germantown, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Germantown on MySchoolScout is Cedar Grove Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Germantown, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Germantown on MySchoolScout is Kingsview Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Germantown, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Germantown on MySchoolScout is Northwest High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Germantown, Maryland?
Germantown is served by 1 school district: Montgomery County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Germantown, Maryland?
According to Census data, 57% of adults in Germantown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Germantown, Maryland?
The median household income in Germantown is approximately $121,680 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Germantown, Maryland?
Yes, Germantown has 2 private schools alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is Fellowship Christian School with a score of 8.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Germantown, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Germantown is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Germantown, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.