For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,664 students in 21660, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 67 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 21660, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21660, MD are Ridgely Elementary School and North Caroline High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21660 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21660, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21660, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgely Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
118 N Central Ave
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-3243
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-3243
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
North Caroline High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10990 River Rd
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-2332
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-2332
Gr: 9-12 | 1,237 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Caroline Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
10855 Central Ave
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-0100
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-0100
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21660, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21660, MD include Ridgely Elementary School and North Caroline High School.
How many public schools are located in 21660?
3 public schools are located in 21660.
What percentage of students in 21660 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 21660 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21660?
21660 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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