For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 543 students in 21842, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 177 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 21842, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 21842, MD is Ocean City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 21842 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21842, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ocean City Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
12828 Center Dr
Ocean City, MD 21842
(410) 632-5370
Ocean City, MD 21842
(410) 632-5370
Grades: PK-4
| 543 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21842, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21842, MD include Ocean City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21842?
1 public schools are located in 21842.
What percentage of students in 21842 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 21842 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21842?
21842 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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