For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 5,048 students in 21236, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 868 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 21236, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21236, MD are Perry Hall High School, Gunpowder Elementary School and Perry Hall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21236 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21236, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21236, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perry Hall High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4601 Ebenezer Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5108
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5108
Grades: 9-12
| 2,020 students
Rank: #22.
Gunpowder Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9540 Holiday Manor Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5121
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5121
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
Perry Hall Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9021 Belair Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5105
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5105
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Rank: #44.
Perry Hall Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4300 Ebenezer Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5100
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,694 students
Rank: #55.
Fullerton Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Fullerton Ave
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5234
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5234
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21236, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21236, MD include Perry Hall High School, Gunpowder Elementary School and Perry Hall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21236?
5 public schools are located in 21236.
What percentage of students in 21236 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 21236 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21236?
21236 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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