For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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