For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,123 students in 21040, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD are Edgewood Elementary School, Deerfield Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21040 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21040, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21040, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Cedar Dr
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1540
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1540
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2307 Willoughby Beach Rd
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1535
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1535
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2311 Willoughby Beach Rd
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1518
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1518
Grades: 6-8
| 994 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD include Edgewood Elementary School, Deerfield Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21040?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21040.
What is the racial composition of students in 21040?
21040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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