For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 203 students in 21727, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 407 private students). 33% of all K-12 students in 21727, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 21727, MD is Emmitsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 21727 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21727, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21727, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emmitsburg Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 S Seton Ave
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
(240) 236-1750
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
(240) 236-1750
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21727, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21727, MD include Emmitsburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21727?
1 public schools are located in 21727.
What percentage of students in 21727 go to public school?
33% of all K-12 students in 21727 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21727?
21727 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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