For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,111 students in 21085, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 73 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 21085, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21085, MD are Joppatowne High School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21085 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21085, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21085, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joppatowne High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
555 Joppa Farm Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1510
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1510
Grades: 9-12
| 900 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Joppatowne Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
407 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
211 Stillmeadow Dr
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Rank: #55.
Magnolia Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
299 Fort Hoyle Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Grades: 6-8
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21085, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21085, MD include Joppatowne High School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21085?
5 public schools are located in 21085.
What percentage of students in 21085 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 21085 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21085?
21085 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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