For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 309 students in Galena, MD.
The top-ranked public school in Galena, MD is Galena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galena, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Galena have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Galena, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
114 S Main Street
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Galena, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Galena, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Galena, MD include Galena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Galena?
1 public schools are located in Galena.
What is the racial composition of students in Galena?
Galena public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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