For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,620 students in 21783, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21783, MD are Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg Elementary School and Smithsburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21783 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21783, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21783, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithsburg Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #22.
Smithsburg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
67 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #33.
Smithsburg High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
66 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Grades: 9-12
| 717 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21783, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21783, MD include Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg Elementary School and Smithsburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 21783?
3 public schools are located in 21783.
What is the racial composition of students in 21783?
21783 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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