For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,129 students in 21793, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21793, MD are Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Walkersville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21793 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21793, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9525 Glade Rd
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-2100
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Walkersville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-1000
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-1000
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Walkersville Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
55 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-4400
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 805 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21793, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21793, MD include Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Walkersville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21793?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21793.
What is the racial composition of students in 21793?
21793 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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