For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 509 students in Sparks Glencoe, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 35 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Sparks Glencoe, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Sparks Glencoe, MD is Sparks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sparks Glencoe, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Sparks Glencoe have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sparks Glencoe, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparks Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
601 Belfast Rd
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152
(410) 887-7900
Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152
(410) 887-7900
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sparks Glencoe, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Sparks Glencoe, MD include Sparks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sparks Glencoe?
1 public schools are located in Sparks Glencoe.
What percentage of students in Sparks Glencoe go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Sparks Glencoe are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sparks Glencoe?
Sparks Glencoe public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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