For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,105 students in Walkersville, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walkersville, MD are Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Walkersville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walkersville, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Walkersville have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Walkersville, MD (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9525 Glade Rd
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Walkersville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1180
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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 elementary schools in Walkersville, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Walkersville, MD include Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Walkersville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Walkersville?
4 public elementary schools are located in Walkersville.
What is the racial composition of students in Walkersville?
Walkersville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Walkersville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Walkersville include: Walkersville Elementary School vs. Glade Elementary School, Glade Elementary School vs. Walkersville Elementary School
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