For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,432 students in 21132, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21132, MD are North Harford Elementary School, North Harford High School and North Harford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21132 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21132, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21132, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Harford Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3670
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3670
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
North Harford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3650
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3650
Gr: 9-12 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
North Harford Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 Pylesville Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3658
Pylesville, MD 21132
(410) 638-3658
Gr: 6-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21132, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21132, MD include North Harford Elementary School, North Harford High School and North Harford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21132?
3 public schools are located in 21132.
What is the racial composition of students in 21132?
21132 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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