For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,155 students in 21801, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 366 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 21801, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21801, MD are North Salisbury Elementary School, Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21801 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21801, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21801, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Salisbury Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1213 Emerson Ave
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5807
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5807
Gr: 3-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Pemberton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Pemberton Dr
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Pinehurst Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 S Pinehurst Ave
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Salisbury Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
607 Morris St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5149
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5149
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
711 Lake St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Gr: PK-1 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
1321 West Road
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Gr: PK-2 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21801, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21801, MD include North Salisbury Elementary School, Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21801?
6 public schools are located in 21801.
What percentage of students in 21801 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 21801 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21801?
21801 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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