For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 965 students in 21520, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 21520, MD are Accident Elementary School, Northern Middle School and Northern Garrett High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21520 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21520, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21520, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Accident Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
534 Accident-bittinger Rd
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
371 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Northern Garrett High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Gr: 9-12 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
21520, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northern High Evening School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21520, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21520, MD include Accident Elementary School, Northern Middle School and Northern Garrett High School.
How many public schools are located in 21520?
3 public schools are located in 21520.
What is the racial composition of students in 21520?
21520 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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