For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 579 students in 21048, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 403 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 21048, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 21048, MD is Sandymount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 21048 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21048, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21048, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandymount Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2222 Old Westminster Pike
Finksburg, MD 21048
(410) 751-3215
Finksburg, MD 21048
(410) 751-3215
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21048, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21048, MD include Sandymount Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21048?
1 public schools are located in 21048.
What percentage of students in 21048 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 21048 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21048?
21048 public schools minority enrollment is 22% 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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