For the 2025 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)
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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