For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,524 students in 21532, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 21532, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21532, MD are Frost Elementary School, Beall Elementary School and Mountain Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21532 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21532, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21532, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
260 Shaw St
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-5168
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-5168
Gr: PK-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Beall Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3 E College Ave
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3636
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3636
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Mountain Ridge High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Dr. Nancy S. Grasmick
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3377
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3377
Gr: 9-12 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Route 40 Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17764 National Pike
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-6132
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-6132
Gr: PK-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21532, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21532, MD include Frost Elementary School, Beall Elementary School and Mountain Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 21532?
4 public schools are located in 21532.
What percentage of students in 21532 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 21532 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21532?
21532 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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