For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 294 students in Port Deposit, MD.
The top-ranked public school in Port Deposit, MD is Bainbridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Port Deposit, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Port Deposit have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Port Deposit, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bainbridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41 Preston Dr
Port Deposit, MD 21904
(410) 996-6030
Port Deposit, MD 21904
(410) 996-6030
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Port Deposit, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Port Deposit, MD include Bainbridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Port Deposit?
1 public schools are located in Port Deposit.
What is the racial composition of students in Port Deposit?
Port Deposit public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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