For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,069 students in 21043, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD are Ellicott Mills Middle School, Patapsco Middle School and Bonnie Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21043 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21043, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21043, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellicott Mills Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4445 Montgomery Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2839
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2839
Gr: 6-8 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Patapsco Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8885 Old Frederick Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2848
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2848
Gr: 6-8 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Bonnie Branch Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4979 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2580
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2580
Gr: 6-8 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD include Ellicott Mills Middle School, Patapsco Middle School and Bonnie Branch Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21043?
3 public middle schools are located in 21043.
What is the racial composition of students in 21043?
21043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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