For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,277 students in 21046, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 755 private students). 75% 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 Hammond High School, Atholton Elementary 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 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21046, 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 21046, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hammond High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8800 Guilford Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Grades: 9-12
| 1,306 students
Rank: #22.
Atholton Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6700 Seneca Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #33.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
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
| 497 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21046, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21046, MD include Hammond High School, Atholton Elementary School and Guilford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21046, MD?
3 public schools are located in 21046, MD.
What percentage of students in 21046, MD go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 21046, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21046, MD?
21046, 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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