Top 5 Best 21044 Maryland Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,263 students in 21044, MD (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,354 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 21044, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21044, MD are Atholton High School, Wilde Lake High School and Clemens Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 21044, MD Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atholton High School
Math: 73% | Reading: 84%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
6520 Freetown Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-7065
Grades: 9-12
| 1,456 students
Rank: #22.
Wilde Lake High School
Math: 36% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5460 Trumpeter Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6965
Grades: 9-12
| 1,360 students
Rank: #33.
Clemens Crossing Elementary School
Math: 38% | Reading: 45%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10320 Quarterstaff Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6866
Grades: K-5
| 563 students
Rank: #44.
Wilde Lake Middle School
Math: 11% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10481 Cross Fox Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Grades: 6-8
| 626 students
Rank: #55.
Harpers Choice Middle School
Math: 12% | Reading: 37%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5450 Beaverkill Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Grades: 6-8
| 505 students
Rank: #66.
Longfellow Elementary School
Math: 22% | Reading: 22%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5470 Hesperus Dr
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6879
Grades: PK-5
| 497 students
Rank: #77.
Bryant Woods Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5450 Blue Heron Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6859
Grades: PK-5
| 329 students
Rank: #88.
Running Brook Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5215 W Running Brook Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6893
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #99.
Swansfield Elementary School
Math: 20% | Reading: 18%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5610 Cedar Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6907
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 21044 Maryland

21044, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
10960 Grantchester Way
Columbia, MD 21044
(800) 382-6010
Grades: K-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 21044, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21044, MD include Atholton High School, Wilde Lake High School and Clemens Crossing Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21044, MD?
9 public schools are located in 21044, MD.
What percentage of students in 21044, MD go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 21044, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21044, MD?
21044, MD public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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