For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,164 students in 21158, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 418 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 21158, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21158, MD are Westminster Elementary School and Runnymede Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21158 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21158, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21158, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westminster Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
811 Uniontown Road
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3222
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3222
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Runnymede Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3000 Langdon Drive
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3203
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3203
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
21158, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3719 Littlestown Pike
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3211
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 751-3211
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21158, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21158, MD include Westminster Elementary School and Runnymede Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21158?
2 public schools are located in 21158.
What percentage of students in 21158 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 21158 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21158?
21158 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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