For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,036 students in 21784, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD are Freedom District Elementary School, Piney Ridge Elementary School and Carrolltowne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21784 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21784, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best 21784, MD Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Freedom District Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5626 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3525
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3525
Grades: K-5
| 617 students
Rank: #22.
Piney Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6315 Freedom Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3535
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3535
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Rank: #33.
Carrolltowne Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6542 Ridge Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3530
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3530
Grades: PK-5
| 629 students
Rank: #44.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3838 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3510
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3510
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #55.
Linton Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
375 Ronsdale Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3280
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3280
Grades: PK-5
| 748 students
Rank: #66.
Eldersburg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1021 Johnsville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3520
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3520
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #77.
Sykesville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7301 Springfield Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3545
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3545
Grades: 6-8
| 748 students
Rank: #88.
Oklahoma Road Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6300 Oklahoma Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3600
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 742 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD include Freedom District Elementary School, Piney Ridge Elementary School and Carrolltowne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21784?
8 public elementary schools are located in 21784.
What is the racial composition of students in 21784?
21784 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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