For the 2026-27 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,885 students in 21061, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,167 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 21061, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21061, MD are North County High School, Southgate Elementary School and Glen Burnie Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21061 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21061, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21061, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 East 1st Avenue
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6970
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6970
Gr: 9-12 | 2,161 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Southgate Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Shetlands Ln
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Marlboro Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
George T. Cromwell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 Olen Drive
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6100
Gr: K-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
330 Oak Manor Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Rippling Woods Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
530 Nolfield Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
North Glen Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 West Furnace Branch Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
160 Funke Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #99.
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 A Street
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 553-2200
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 553-2200
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #1010.
Corkran Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Quarterfield Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6350
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6350
Gr: 6-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1111.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 Melrose Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 424-2400
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 424-2400
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
105 Packard Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 590-4790
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 590-4790
Gr: PK | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21061, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21061, MD include North County High School, Southgate Elementary School and Glen Burnie Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21061?
12 public schools are located in 21061.
What percentage of students in 21061 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 21061 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21061?
21061 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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