For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,366 students in 21244, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21244, MD are Watershed Public Charter, Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21244 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21244, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21244, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Watershed Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6946 Dogwood Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 944-1810
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 944-1810
Grades: K-6
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Chadwick Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1918 Winder Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-1300
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #33.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7215 Dogwood Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-6808
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-6808
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21244, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21244, MD include Watershed Public Charter, Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21244?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21244.
What is the racial composition of students in 21244?
21244 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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