For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,632 students in Severn, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 2,926 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in Severn, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Severn, MD are Ridgeway Elementary School, Severn Elementary School and Quarterfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Severn, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Severn have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Severn, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeway Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1440 Evergreen Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6524
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6524
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Severn Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
838 Reece Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 551-6220
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 551-6220
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Quarterfield Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7967 Quarterfield Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Van Bokkelen Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 Reece Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6535
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6535
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Center Of Applied Technology-north
Vocational School
800 Stevenson Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 969-3100
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 969-3100
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
8065 New Cut Road
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Gr: 9-12 | 1,608 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Severn, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Severn, MD include Ridgeway Elementary School, Severn Elementary School and Quarterfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Severn?
6 public schools are located in Severn.
What percentage of students in Severn go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in Severn are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Severn?
Severn public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Severn are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Severn include: Ridgeway Elementary School vs. Severn Elementary School, Quarterfield Elementary School vs. Severn Elementary School, Severn Elementary School vs. Ridgeway Elementary School
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