For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 993 students in 21046, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21046, MD are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 21046 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21046, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21046, MD Public Elementary 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.
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 elementary schools in 21046, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21046, MD include Atholton Elementary School and Guilford Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21046?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21046.
What is the racial composition of students in 21046?
21046 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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