For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,211 students in 21085, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21085, MD are Riverside Elementary School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Magnolia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21085 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21085, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21085, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 Stillmeadow Dr
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Joppatowne Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
407 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21085, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21085, MD include Riverside Elementary School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Magnolia Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21085?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21085.
What is the racial composition of students in 21085?
21085 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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