For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,032 students in 21837, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21837, MD are Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21837 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21837, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21837, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9975 Sharptown Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Mardela Middle & High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24940 Delmar Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Grades: 6-12
| 691 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21837, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21837, MD include Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School.
How many public schools are located in 21837?
2 public schools are located in 21837.
What is the racial composition of students in 21837?
21837 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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