Best Schools in Poolesville, Maryland
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Poolesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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John Poole Middle
Middle · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Poolesville Elementary
Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Poolesville High
High · 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 Poolesville for 2026 are John Poole Middle (8.6/10), Poolesville Elementary (8.4/10), and Poolesville High (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$701,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.3
out of 10
Median Home
$701,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Poolesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Poole Middle | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Poolesville Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Poolesville High | 7.8 / 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
- 8.3/10
- Median household income
- $191,927
- Median home value
- $701,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 61%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Poolesville compares
Maryland rank
#6 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+2.0
above Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$192k
173% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Poolesville, Maryland
Poolesville, Maryland is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Poolesville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Poolesville is John Poole Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Poolesville is served by 1 school district: Montgomery County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 160,223 students.
Poolesville's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $191,927. The poverty rate in the area is 8.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 561 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 432 students · 6th–8th | 8.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,332 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
Schools in Poolesville
Poolesville, Maryland · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$191,927
Median Home Value
$701,000
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
6,605
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Community Profile
Poolesville has a median household income of $191,927. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $701,000, with a median rent of $1,879/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Poolesville, Maryland
How many schools are in Poolesville, Maryland?
Poolesville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Poolesville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Poolesville is 8.3 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 Poolesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Poolesville on MySchoolScout is John Poole Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Poolesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Poolesville on MySchoolScout is Poolesville Elementary with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Poolesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Poolesville on MySchoolScout is John Poole Middle with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Poolesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Poolesville on MySchoolScout is Poolesville High with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Poolesville, Maryland?
Poolesville is served by 1 school district: Montgomery County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Poolesville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 61% of adults in Poolesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Poolesville, Maryland?
The median household income in Poolesville is approximately $191,927 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Poolesville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Poolesville is 17.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Poolesville, 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.