Best South Gate Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 442 students in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn, MD.
The top-ranked public school in South Gate is Quarterfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of South Gate, Severn, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn, MD (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quarterfield Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7967 Quarterfield Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Center Of Applied Technology-north
Vocational School
800 Stevenson Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 969-3100
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn, MD include Quarterfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn?
the neighborhood of South Gate, Severn public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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