For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,676 students in 21783, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21783, MD are Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg High School and Smithsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21783 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21783, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21783, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithsburg Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8353
Gr: 6-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Smithsburg High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
66 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8337
Gr: 9-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Smithsburg Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
67 N Main St
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Smithsburg, MD 21783
(301) 766-8329
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21783, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21783, MD include Smithsburg Middle School, Smithsburg High School and Smithsburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21783?
3 public schools are located in 21783.
What is the racial composition of students in 21783?
21783 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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