For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,213 students in 21403, MD (there are , serving 1,138 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 21403, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21403, MD are Hillsmere Elementary School, Eastport Elementary School and Georgetown East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21403 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21403, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21403, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillsmere Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3052 Arundel On The Bay Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1622
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1622
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Eastport Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 5th Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1605
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1605
Grades: PK-5
| 279 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Georgetown East Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
111 Dogwood Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1610
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1610
Grades: PK-5
| 342 students
Rank: #44.
Annapolis Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1399 Forest Dr
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-8658
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-8658
Grades: 6-8
| 793 students
Rank: #55.
Tyler Heights Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Janwall St
Annapolis, MD 21403
(443) 482-9610
Annapolis, MD 21403
(443) 482-9610
Grades: PK-5
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21403, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21403, MD include Hillsmere Elementary School, Eastport Elementary School and Georgetown East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21403?
5 public schools are located in 21403.
What percentage of students in 21403 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 21403 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21403?
21403 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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