For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 530 students in Lonaconing, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD are George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lonaconing, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Lonaconing have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lonaconing, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Lower Georges Creek Rd S
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Westmar Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 6-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Lonaconing, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 463:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD include George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lonaconing?
2 public schools are located in Lonaconing.
What is the racial composition of students in Lonaconing?
Lonaconing public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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