For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 722 students in 21017, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 21017, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 21017, MD is Church Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 21017 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21017, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21017, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Church Creek Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4299 Church Creek Rd
Belcamp, MD 21017
(410) 273-5550
Belcamp, MD 21017
(410) 273-5550
Gr: PK-5 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21017, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21017, MD include Church Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21017?
1 public schools are located in 21017.
What percentage of students in 21017 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 21017 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21017?
21017 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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