For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,664 students in 21037, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 340 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 21037, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21037, MD are South River High School, Central Middle School and Mayo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21037 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21037, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 21037, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,787 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
221 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,281 students
Rank: #33.
Mayo Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1260 Mayo Ridge Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1666
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1666
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Grades: K-5
| 556 students
Rank: #55.
Central Special School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
140 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Grades: PK-12
| 119 students
Rank: #66.
Edgewater Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 Washington Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1660
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1660
Grades: PK-5
| 584 students
Rank: n/an/a
Center Of Applied Technology-south
Vocational School
211 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Grades: Inquire with school
| 0 students
21037, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kipp Harbor Academy At Annapolis (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
135 Stepney Lane
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Grades: 5
| 62 students
South River Evening High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Central Ave East
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0462
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0462
Grades: 9-12
| 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21037, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21037, MD include South River High School, Central Middle School and Mayo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21037, MD?
7 public schools are located in 21037, MD.
What percentage of students in 21037, MD go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 21037, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21037, MD?
21037, MD public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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