For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 852 students in 21793, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21793, MD are Walkersville Middle School and Rock Creek. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21793 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21793, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walkersville Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
55 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-2650
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-2650
Gr: 6-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-3900
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21793, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21793, MD include Walkersville Middle School and Rock Creek.
How many public middle schools are located in 21793?
2 public middle schools are located in 21793.
What is the racial composition of students in 21793?
21793 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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