For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,504 students in 21853, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21853, MD are Greenwood Elementary School and Washington Academy And High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21853 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21853, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21853, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11412 Dryden Road
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0931
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0931
Grades: 2-5
| 493 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Washington Academy And High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10902 Old Princess Anne Rd
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0480
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0480
Grades: 8-12
| 616 students
Rank: n/an/a
11576 Lankford Street
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0481
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0481
Grades: PK-1
| 395 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21853, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21853, MD include Greenwood Elementary School and Washington Academy And High School.
How many public schools are located in 21853?
3 public schools are located in 21853.
What is the racial composition of students in 21853?
21853 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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