For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 821 students in 21401, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21401, MD are Wiley H. Bates Middle School, Phoenix Academy and Mary Moss At Adams Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21401 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21401, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21401, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wiley H. Bates Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Chase Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-0270
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-0270
Gr: 6-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Phoenix Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
245 Clay Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1650
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Mary Moss At Adams Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1411 Cedar Park Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1639
Gr: K-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21401, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21401, MD include Wiley H. Bates Middle School, Phoenix Academy and Mary Moss At Adams Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 21401?
3 public middle schools are located in 21401.
What is the racial composition of students in 21401?
21401 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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