For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,423 students in Denton, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Denton, MD are Denton Elementary School and Lockerman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Denton, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Denton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Denton, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denton Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 Sharp Rd
Denton, MD 21629
(410) 479-1660
Denton, MD 21629
(410) 479-1660
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Lockerman Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Lockerman St
Denton, MD 21629
(410) 479-2760
Denton, MD 21629
(410) 479-2760
Gr: 6-8 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Denton, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Denton, MD include Denton Elementary School and Lockerman Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Denton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Denton.
What is the racial composition of students in Denton?
Denton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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