For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,108 students in 21787, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21787, MD are Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21787 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21787, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21787, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taneytown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #22.
Northwest Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
99 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Grades: 6-8
| 637 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21787, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21787, MD include Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21787?
2 public schools are located in 21787.
What is the racial composition of students in 21787?
21787 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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