For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,703 students in 21826, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD are Fruitland Intermediate and Bennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21826 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21826, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21826, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Intermediate
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
208 W Main St
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5805
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5805
Grades: 3-5
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
Bennett Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
532 S. Division Street
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5140
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5140
Grades: 6-8
| 919 students
Rank: n/an/a
301 N Division St
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5171
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5171
Grades: PK-2
| 436 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD include Fruitland Intermediate and Bennett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21826?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21826.
What is the racial composition of students in 21826?
21826 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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