For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,669 students in 21114, MD (there are , serving 150 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 21114, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21114, MD are Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton Elementary School and Nantucket Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21114 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21114, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21114, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crofton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1750 Urby Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5805
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5805
Grades: K-5
| 749 students
Rank: #22.
Crofton Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1405 Duke Of Kent Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5800
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 662 students
Rank: #33.
Nantucket Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2350 Nantucket Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 451-6120
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 451-6120
Grades: PK-5
| 696 students
Rank: #44.
Crofton Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2020 Tilghman Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 721-9453
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 721-9453
Grades: PK-5
| 562 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21114, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21114, MD include Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton Elementary School and Nantucket Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21114?
4 public schools are located in 21114.
What percentage of students in 21114 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 21114 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21114?
21114 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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