For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 302 students in Charlestown, MD.
The top-ranked public school in Charlestown, MD is Charlestown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlestown, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Charlestown have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Charlestown, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlestown Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Baltimore Street
Charlestown, MD 21914
(410) 996-6240
Charlestown, MD 21914
(410) 996-6240
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Charlestown, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Charlestown, MD include Charlestown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Charlestown?
1 public schools are located in Charlestown.
What is the racial composition of students in Charlestown?
Charlestown public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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