Best 21047 Maryland Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,255 students in 21047, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 21047, MD are Youths Benefit Elementary School, Fallston High School and Fallston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21047 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21047, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21047, MD Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youths Benefit Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1901 Fallston Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4190
Gr: K-5 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Fallston High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2301 Carrs Mill Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4120
Gr: 9-12 | 1,036 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Fallston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2303 Carrs Mill Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4129
Gr: 6-8 | 1,068 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 21047, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21047, MD include Youths Benefit Elementary School, Fallston High School and Fallston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21047?
3 public schools are located in 21047.
What is the racial composition of students in 21047?
21047 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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