For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,120 students in 21787, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21787, MD are Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21787 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21787, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21787, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taneytown Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
99 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21787, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21787, MD include Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21787?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21787.
What is the racial composition of students in 21787?
21787 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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