For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,627 students in 21911, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21911, MD are Calvert Elementary School, Rising Sun Elementary School and Rising Sun Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21911 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21911, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21911, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calvert Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
79 Brick Meetinghouse Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5335
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5335
Grades: PK-5
| 399 students
Rank: #22.
Rising Sun Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Hopewell Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5925
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5925
Grades: PK-5
| 609 students
Rank: #33.
Rising Sun Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
289 Pearl Street
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5535
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5535
Grades: 6-8
| 619 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21911, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21911, MD include Calvert Elementary School, Rising Sun Elementary School and Rising Sun Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21911?
3 public schools are located in 21911.
What is the racial composition of students in 21911?
21911 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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