For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,996 students in 21804, MD (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,668 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 21804, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21804, MD are Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School and James M. Bennett High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21804 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 21804, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21804, MD Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wicomico County Evening High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
916 S. Schumaker Dr
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-4537
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-4537
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Rank: #22.
Parkside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1015 Beaglin Park Dr
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5143
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5143
Grades: 9-12
| 1,160 students
Rank: #33.
James M. Bennett High School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 E College Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5141
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5141
Grades: 9-12
| 1,343 students
Rank: #44.
Wicomico High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Long Avenue
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5146
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5146
Grades: 9-12
| 1,325 students
Rank: #55.
Glen Avenue School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1615 Glen Ave
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5806
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5806
Grades: 2-5
| 379 students
Rank: #66.
Prince Street School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Prince Street
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5813
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5813
Grades: PK-5
| 854 students
Rank: #77.
East Salisbury Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Old Ocean City Rd
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5803
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5803
Grades: 3-5
| 421 students
Rank: #88.
Wicomico Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
635 E Main St
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5145
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5145
Grades: 6-8
| 819 students
Rank: n/an/a
Beaver Run School
Magnet School
31481 Ocean City Rd
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5101
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 677-5101
Grades: PK-2
| 669 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21804, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21804, MD include Wicomico County Evening High School, Parkside High School and James M. Bennett High School.
How many public schools are located in 21804?
9 public schools are located in 21804.
What percentage of students in 21804 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 21804 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21804?
21804 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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