For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,866 students in Edgewater, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Edgewater, MD are Mayo Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Edgewater, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Edgewater have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Edgewater, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1260 Mayo Ridge Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 798-9830
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 798-9830
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
221 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,257 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Edgewater Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
121 Washington Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0830
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0830
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Central Special School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Edgewater, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kipp Harbor Academy At Annapolis (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
135 Stepney Lane
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Gr: 5 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 99%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Edgewater, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Edgewater, MD include Mayo Elementary School, Central Middle School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Edgewater?
5 public elementary schools are located in Edgewater.
What is the racial composition of students in Edgewater?
Edgewater public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Edgewater are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Edgewater include: Edgewater Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Edgewater Elementary School
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