For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,304 students in 21771, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 468 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 21771, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21771, MD are Twin Ridge Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Mount Airy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21771 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21771, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21771, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Twin Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1106 Leafy Hollow Circle
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(240) 236-2300
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(240) 236-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 678 students
Rank: #22.
Mount Airy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 North Main Street
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3540
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3540
Grades: 3-5
| 479 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Airy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 Watersville Road
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3554
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3554
Grades: 6-8
| 721 students
Rank: n/an/a
Parr's Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
202 Watersville Road
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3559
Mount Airy, MD 21771
(410) 751-3559
Grades: PK-2
| 426 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21771, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21771, MD include Twin Ridge Elementary School, Mount Airy Elementary School and Mount Airy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21771?
4 public schools are located in 21771.
What percentage of students in 21771 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 21771 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21771?
21771 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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