For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 258 students in 21539, MD.
The top-ranked public middle school in 21539, MD is Westmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 21539 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21539, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21539, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
21539, 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 middle schools in 21539, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21539, MD include Westmar Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21539?
1 public middle schools are located in 21539.
What is the racial composition of students in 21539?
21539 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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