For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 736 students in 21620, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 284 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 21620, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21620, MD are Kent County Middle School and H. H. Garnett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21620 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21620, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 21620, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kent County Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
402 E Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Grades: 6-8
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
H. H. Garnett Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 Calvert St
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21620, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21620, MD include Kent County Middle School and H. H. Garnett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21620, MD?
2 public schools are located in 21620, MD.
What percentage of students in 21620, MD go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 21620, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21620, MD?
21620, MD public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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