For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,298 students in 21632, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 21632, MD are Colonel Richardson High School, Federalsburg Elementary School and Colonel Richardson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21632 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21632, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21632, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colonel Richardson High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25320 Richardson Rd
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-3678
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-3678
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Federalsburg Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
302 S University Ave
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-2761
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-2761
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Colonel Richardson Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25390 Richardson Rd
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-1462
Federalsburg, MD 21632
(410) 479-1462
Gr: 6-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21632, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21632, MD include Colonel Richardson High School, Federalsburg Elementary School and Colonel Richardson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21632?
3 public schools are located in 21632.
What is the racial composition of students in 21632?
21632 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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