For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,950 students in Linthicum Heights, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 689 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in Linthicum Heights, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Linthicum Heights, MD are Linthicum Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Lindale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Linthicum Heights, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Linthicum Heights have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Linthicum Heights, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linthicum Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 School Ln
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6935
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6935
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Hampton Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #33.
Lindale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 Andover Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 691-4344
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 691-4344
Grades: 6-8
| 1,174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Linthicum Heights, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Linthicum Heights, MD include Linthicum Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Lindale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Linthicum Heights?
3 public schools are located in Linthicum Heights.
What percentage of students in Linthicum Heights go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in Linthicum Heights are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Linthicum Heights?
Linthicum Heights public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Linthicum Heights are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Linthicum Heights include: Overlook Elementary School vs. Linthicum Elementary School, Linthicum Elementary School vs. Overlook Elementary School
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