Top Schools in Gaithersburg
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Quince Orchard High School
Top-performing school
Gaithersburg High School
Top school in Gaithersburg
Ridgeview Middle School
Top school in Gaithersburg
Rachel Carson Elementary
Top school in Gaithersburg
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Gaithersburg command premiums. The best agents in Gaithersburg know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Gaithersburg is $480K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
Gaithersburg's "Strong" school rating makes it a solid choice for families. You will find good schools without the extreme competition of some neighboring areas. The right agent can help you identify the best pockets within Gaithersburg.
Homes near Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School average just 16 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg parents: 35-min drive to downtown, 1 Metro line nearby.
35 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Shady Grove
Nearest Metro (3 mi)
Major Highways
I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
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How Do Gaithersburg Schools Compare?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Gaithersburg, MD?
Top schools in Gaithersburg include Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg High School, Ridgeview Middle School, Rachel Carson Elementary. Gaithersburg schools have a 76% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Strong" quality rating from smover.
How do Gaithersburg schools compare to Columbia?
Gaithersburg schools have a 76% SOL pass rate with a "Strong" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Gaithersburg know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Gaithersburg schools worth the higher home prices?
Gaithersburg has a median home price of $480K. Homes near top-performing schools like Quince Orchard High School often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Gaithersburg, MD in?
Gaithersburg is served by the county public school system. Top schools include Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School. smover verifies agents in Gaithersburg by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.