For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,991 students in 21601, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,028 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 21601, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21601, MD are Easton High School, Easton Middle School and Easton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21601 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21601, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21601, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Easton High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
723 Mecklenburg Ave
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-4180
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-4180
Gr: 9-12 | 1,210 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Easton Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Peachblossom Rd
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-2910
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-2910
Gr: 6-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Easton Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
307 Glenwood Ave
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-0686
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-0686
Gr: PK-5 | 1,070 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
21601, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
305 Glenwood Ave
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-0550
Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-0550
Gr: PK-1 | 363 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21601, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21601, MD include Easton High School, Easton Middle School and Easton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21601?
3 public schools are located in 21601.
What percentage of students in 21601 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 21601 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21601?
21601 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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