For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,041 students in 21837, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21837, MD are Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 21837 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21837, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21837, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9975 Sharptown Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
Rank: #22.
Mardela Middle & High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24940 Delmar Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Grades: 6-12
| 706 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21837, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21837, MD include Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21837?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21837.
What is the racial composition of students in 21837?
21837 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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