For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,228 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 55% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), 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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21042, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Folly Quarter Middle School
(Math: 62% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 683 students
Rank: #22.
Burleigh Manor Middle School
(Math: 61% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 776 students
Rank: #33.
Dunloggin Middle School
(Math: 40% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 638 students
Rank: #44.
Homewood School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10914 Clarksville Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-7081
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-7081
Grades: 6-12
| 131 students
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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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