For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 711 students in 21620, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21620, MD are H. H. Garnett Elementary School and Kent County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21620 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21620, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21620, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
H. H. Garnett Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
320 Calvert St
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Grades: PK-5
| 329 students
Rank: #22.
Kent County Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
402 E Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Grades: 6-8
| 382 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21620, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21620, MD include H. H. Garnett Elementary School and Kent County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21620?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21620.
What is the racial composition of students in 21620?
21620 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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