For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,317 students in 21771, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21771, MD are Twin Ridge Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Mount Airy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21771 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21771, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21771, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Twin Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1106 Leafy Hollow Circle
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(227) 203-1240
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(227) 203-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Mount Airy Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 North Main Street
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3540
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3540
Gr: 3-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Mount Airy Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
102 Watersville Road
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3554
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3554
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
202 Watersville Road
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3559
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3559
Gr: PK-2 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21771, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21771, MD include Twin Ridge Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Mount Airy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21771?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21771.
What is the racial composition of students in 21771?
21771 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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