For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 500 students in Lonaconing, MD.
The top ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD are George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lonaconing, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Lonaconing have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lonaconing, MD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George's Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Lower Georges Creek Rd S
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Grades: PK-5
| 268 students
Rank: #22.
Westmar Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Grades: 6-8
| 232 students
Lonaconing, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Grades: 9-12
| 463 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Lonaconing, MD include George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lonaconing?
2 public schools are located in Lonaconing.
What is the racial composition of students in Lonaconing?
Lonaconing public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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