For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 924 students in 21550, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21550, MD are Swan Meadow School and Southern Garrett High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21550 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21550, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21550, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swan Meadow School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6709 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2059
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2059
Gr: K-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Southern Garrett High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
345 Oakland Dr
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Gr: 7-12 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
21550, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
770 Dennett Rd
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3452
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3452
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Garrett County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
40 South Second St
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-7655
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-7655
Southern High Evening School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
345 Oakland Dr
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21550, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21550, MD include Swan Meadow School and Southern Garrett High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21550?
2 public middle schools are located in 21550.
What is the racial composition of students in 21550?
21550 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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