For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,191 students in 21042, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21042, MD are Folly Quarter Middle School, Burleigh Manor Middle School and Dunloggin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21042 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21042, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21042, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Folly Quarter Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13500 Triadelphia Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-1506
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-1506
Gr: 6-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Burleigh Manor Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4200 Centennial Lane
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2507
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2507
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Dunloggin Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9129 Northfield Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2831
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2831
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Homewood School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10914 Clarksville Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-7081
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-7081
Gr: 6-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21042, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21042, MD include Folly Quarter Middle School, Burleigh Manor Middle School and Dunloggin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21042?
4 public middle schools are located in 21042.
What is the racial composition of students in 21042?
21042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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