For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,160 students in 21046, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 818 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 21046, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21046, MD are Atholton Elementary School, Hammond High School and Guilford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21046 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21046, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21046, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atholton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6700 Seneca Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Grades: PK-5
| 520 students
Rank: #22.
Hammond High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8800 Guilford Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Grades: 9-12
| 1,167 students
Rank: #33.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7335 Oakland Mills Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Grades: PK-5
| 473 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21046, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21046, MD include Atholton Elementary School, Hammond High School and Guilford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21046?
3 public schools are located in 21046.
What percentage of students in 21046 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 21046 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21046?
21046 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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