For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,663 students in 20736, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20736, MD are Mount Harmony Elementary School, Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20736 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20736, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20736, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Harmony Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 W Mount Harmony Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9620
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9620
Grades: PK-5
| 644 students
Rank: #22.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2954 Chaneyville Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9230
Grades: 6-8
| 682 students
Rank: #33.
Windy Hill Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9560 Boyd's Turn Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9310
Grades: 6-8
| 721 students
Rank: #44.
Windy Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9550 Boyds Turn Rd
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9790
Owings, MD 20736
(443) 550-9790
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20736, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20736, MD include Mount Harmony Elementary School, Northern Middle School and Windy Hill Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20736?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20736.
What is the racial composition of students in 20736?
20736 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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