For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,696 students in 21221, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21221, MD are Middleborough Elementary School, Mars Estates Elementary School and Orems Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21221 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21221, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21221, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middleborough Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
313 West Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0160
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0160
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mars Estates Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 E Homberg Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Grades: PK-5
| 316 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Orems Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
711 Highvilla Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #44.
Sandalwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Marlyn Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #55.
Essex Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Mace Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Middlesex Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
142 Bennett Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0170
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0170
Grades: PK-5
| 373 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Sussex Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 S Woodward Dr
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #88.
Deep Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 E Homberg Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0110
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0110
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #99.
Stemmers Run Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Stemmers Run Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0177
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0177
Grades: 6-8
| 838 students
Rank: #1010.
Deep Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S Marlyn Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0112
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0112
Grades: 6-8
| 752 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21221, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21221, MD include Middleborough Elementary School, Mars Estates Elementary School and Orems Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21221?
10 public elementary schools are located in 21221.
What is the racial composition of students in 21221?
21221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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