For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,189 students in 21158, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 406 private students). 75% 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 and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21158, MD Public Schools (2026)
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 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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?
75% 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 and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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