Niche ranked LMSD as the #1 school district in Montgomery County, with the District and Cynwyd each earning "A+" grades overall.
Cynwyd is a recipient of the U.S. Department of Education's prestigious Blue Ribbon Award based on overall academic excellence, affirming the hard work of students, educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging content.
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has recognized Cynwyd as an official No Place for Hate school - an initiative that enables schools and organizations to reduce bias and bullying, increase appreciation for diversity and build communities of respect.
Cynwyd is home to a robust instrumental and choral music program, which has helped LMSD to be recognized as one of the NAMM's Best Communities for Education for the last eleven years.
Cynwyd has integrated the powerful practice of mindfulness into their day-to-day activities and educational programming. Research shows that mindfulness helps children learn to be present and relaxed; strengthens "mental muscle" for bringing focus back where it needs to be; and can help with emotional regulation.