For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,658 students in 21617, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 301 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 21617, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21617, MD are Kennard Elementary School, Queen Anne's County High School and Centreville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21617 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21617, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21617, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennard Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
420 Little Kidwell Ave
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-1166
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-1166
Gr: 3-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Queen Anne's County High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Ruthsburg Rd
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-0500
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-0500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Centreville Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
231 Ruthsburg Rd
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-0883
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-0883
Gr: 6-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
213 Homewood Ave
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-1320
Centreville, MD 21617
(410) 758-1320
Gr: PK-2 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21617, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21617, MD include Kennard Elementary School, Queen Anne's County High School and Centreville Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21617?
4 public schools are located in 21617.
What percentage of students in 21617 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 21617 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21617?
21617 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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