For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,457 students in Arnold, MD (there are 8 private schools, serving 507 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Arnold, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Arnold, MD are Arnold Elementary School, Belvedere Elementary School and Broadneck Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Arnold, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arnold Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
95 Joyce Lane E
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 757-4400
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 757-4400
Grades: K-5
| 496 students
Rank: #22.
Belvedere Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
360 Broadwater Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 975-9432
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 975-9432
Grades: PK-5
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Broadneck Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
470 Shore Acres Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 222-1680
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 222-1680
Grades: K-5
| 645 students
Rank: #44.
Magothy River Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0926
Grades: 6-8
| 672 students
Rank: #55.
Severn River Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Peninsula Farm Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-0922
Grades: 6-8
| 685 students
Rank: #66.
Aacps Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
241 Peninsula Farm Road
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 544-1082
Grades: 3-12
| 427 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arnold, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Arnold, MD include Arnold Elementary School, Belvedere Elementary School and Broadneck Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arnold?
6 public schools are located in Arnold.
What percentage of students in Arnold go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Arnold are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Arnold are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Arnold include: Severn River Middle School vs. Magothy River Middle School, Magothy River Middle School vs. Severn River Middle School, Belvedere Elementary School vs. Broadneck Elementary School
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