Top 10 Best 21157 Maryland Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,925 students in 21157, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 718 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 21157, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21157, MD are Westminster High School, Winters Mill High School and Post Secondary Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21157 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 21157, MD Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Westminster High School
Math: 73% | Reading: 78%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1225 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3630
Grades: 9-12
| 1,448 students
Rank: #22.
Winters Mill High School
Math: 68% | Reading: 80%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
560 Gorsuch Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,086 students
Rank: #33.
Post Secondary Program
Alternative School
Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Grades: 12
| 46 students
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Carroll Springs School
Special Education School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Grades: 2-12
| 24 students
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Crossroads Middle School
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 8
| 5 students
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Gateway School
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Rank: #77.
Flexible Student Support
Alternative School
Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 9-12
| 27 students
Rank: #88.
Winfield Elementary School
Math: 37% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4401 Salem Bottom Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Grades: PK-5
| 640 students
Rank: #99.
William Winchester Elementary School
Math: 36% | Reading: 40%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
70 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Grades: PK-5
| 511 students
Rank: #1010.
Westminster West Middle School
Math: 21% | Reading: 49%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
60 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3661
Grades: 6-8
| 870 students
Rank: #1111.
Friendship Valley Elementary School
Math: 30% | Reading: 36%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #1212.
Pride School
Alternative School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
(2017-2018 School Year Data)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3653
Grades: 1-3
| 7 students
Rank: #1313.
Cranberry Station Elementary School
Math: 30% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
505 North Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Rank: #1414.
Westminster East Middle School
Math: 16% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
121 Longwell Avenue
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3656
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: #1515.
Robert Moton Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1413 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Grades: PK-5
| 401 students
Rank: n/an/a
Carroll County Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
1229 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3669
Grades: Inquire with school
| 0 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 21157 Maryland

21157, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 21157, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21157, MD include Westminster High School, Winters Mill High School and Post Secondary Program.
How many public schools are located in 21157, MD?
16 public schools are located in 21157, MD.
What percentage of students in 21157, MD go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 21157, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21157, MD?
21157, MD public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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