For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,365 students in 21742, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21742, MD are Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 21742 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21742, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21742, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fountaindale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Northern Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Paramount Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19410 Longmeadow Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #33.
Old Forge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21615 Old Forge Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Potomac Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 E Magnolia Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #55.
Eastern Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1320 Yale Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8122
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8122
Grades: 3-5
| 440 students
Rank: #66.
Northern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Northern Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8258
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8258
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: n/an/a
1311 Yale Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Grades: PK-2
| 584 students
21742, Maryland ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11402 Robinwood Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Grades: PK
| 109 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21742, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21742, MD include Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21742?
7 public elementary schools are located in 21742.
What is the racial composition of students in 21742?
21742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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