For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,106 students in 21074, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21074, MD are Hampstead Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School and Shiloh Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21074 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21074, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21074, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampstead Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3737 Shiloh Road
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Spring Garden Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Boxwood Drive
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Shiloh Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3675 Willow Street
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 386-4570
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 386-4570
Gr: 6-8 | 631 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
North Carroll Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 Hanover Pike
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3440
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3440
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
21074, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1400 Panther Dr
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3450
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 700 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21074, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21074, MD include Hampstead Elementary School, Spring Garden Elementary School and Shiloh Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21074?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21074.
What is the racial composition of students in 21074?
21074 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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