Best Driving Schools near Silver Spring, MD

3 of these schools are based in Silver Spring; the others serve Silver Spring from towns including Washington, DC (7 mi), Bethesda (5 mi) and Riverdale (5 mi).

12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 19, 2026

Selam Driving School

Selam Driving School

4.9 55 reviews
“They really focused on helping each student learn, and because of that, I passed both the written and driving tests!”
Since 2022
10111 Colesville Rd Suite 103
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Circle Driving School

Circle Driving School

4.8 82 reviews
“If you're looking for a driving school that truly cares about its students and their success, I highly recommend Circle Driving School”
Since 2021
8115 Fenton St #202
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Angel Driving School

Angel Driving School

3.8 3 reviews
“These are the two sweetest people I have ever met, even in a stressful situation, they are golden.”
5,000+ students taughtSince 2020
1013 University Blvd E
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Starlinx Group LLC

Starlinx Group LLC

4.7 123 reviews
“I'm very thankful to Charles, Emmanuel and Rose for all the training and support that I received.”
From $70/hrOnline lessonsBBB A+Since 2018
Greenbelt, MD · 6 mi from Silver Spring
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DC Star Driving School

DC Star Driving School

4.9 132 reviews
“I really only practiced about 5 hours without him and was able to pass because of how good the lessons were.”
5% off additional hoursSince 2014
Washington, DC · 7 mi from Silver Spring
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Gmel Driving Academy

Gmel Driving Academy

4.9 96 reviews
“I had 12 hours of driving instruction with him and he was very willing to tailor his lessons to adapt to where I wasn't feeling confident e.”
Since 2007
Washington, DC · 7 mi from Silver Spring
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The 15 schools listed for Silver Spring, MD teach driving. Lessons happen on the road rather than at an address, so the area a school covers matters more than where its office sits; details come from what each one publishes.

Area overview: Silver Spring, MD

The 15 schools on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 3,823 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (85%), quality (81%) and value (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "patient", "skills" and "confidence". 12 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 shows a license on its website and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 19 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.

Do all the driving schools on this page cover Silver Spring?

3 of the 15 are based in Silver Spring, and the others sit within 15 mi. Coverage is a business decision rather than a distance, and an instructor two towns over may well take you while one nearby will not. Ask about pickup before you rule anyone out.

Ethio Star Driving School

Ethio Star Driving School

4.9 133 reviews
“I've had the privilege of being guided by incredibly supportive instructors who not only taught me the ins and outs of driving but also provided unwavering support during moments of uncertainty behind the wheel.”
15% off10+ years
Washington, DC · 7 mi from Silver Spring
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4life Driving School

4life Driving School

5.0 99 reviews
“The instructor was incredibly patient and helped me gain confidence, especially with highway driving.”
Since 2023
Bethesda, MD · 5 mi from Silver Spring
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Cyrus Driving School

Cyrus Driving School

4.8 112 reviews
“When it came time for my road test, I opted to rent a car from Cyrus Driving since I don't have one of my own car yet, and I couldn't have been happier with how smoothly everything went”
Since 2019
Rockville, MD · 9 mi from Silver Spring
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Bright Future Driving School

Bright Future Driving School

4.9 126 reviews
“I highly recommend taking her class for those looking for a 5 star driving school.”
Coupons & offersOnline lessonsSince 2012
Beltsville, MD · 6 mi from Silver Spring
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Burtonsville Driving School

Burtonsville Driving School

5.0 70 reviews
“Best driving school around, I learned a lot from all the classes, the teachers/instructors are.”
LicensedSince 2011
Burtonsville, MD · 8 mi from Silver Spring
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Rakoda Driving School LLC

Rakoda Driving School LLC

4.9 123 reviews
“He explains in full detail about how to operate the car and allowed me to learn how to be safe and make good decisions.”
Since 2020Prices online
9 mi from Silver Spring
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The Americas Driving Academy

The Americas Driving Academy

4.7 53 reviews
“Throughout my classes he helped guide me & corrected my mistakes to make me a great driver.”
Online lessonsSince 2017
Riverdale, MD · 5 mi from Silver Spring
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Assured Driving Academy LLC

Assured Driving Academy LLC

4.9 88 reviews
“I want to say that Olayemi is the best traffic teacher I have ever met, in addition to being a good person, kind, and communicative...”
Since 2021Prices online
Laurel, MD · 11 mi from Silver Spring
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Tesfu DC Driving School

Tesfu DC Driving School

5.0 83 reviews
“It is with his training that I was able to pass my road test first try with ease.”
Since 2021
Washington, DC · 7 mi from Silver Spring
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