For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,500 students in 21037, MD (there are , serving 323 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 21037, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21037, MD are Mayo Elementary School, South River High School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21037 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21037, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21037, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1260 Mayo Ridge Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 798-9830
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 798-9830
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
South River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,634 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
221 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,257 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 222-1075
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Edgewater Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
121 Washington Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0830
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0830
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Central Special School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5885
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Center Of Applied Technology-south
Vocational School
211 Central Ave E
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5900
Gr: 9-12
21037, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kipp Harbor Academy At Annapolis (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
135 Stepney Lane
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-5075
Gr: 5 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 99%
South River Evening High School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
201 Central Ave East
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0462
Edgewater, MD 21037
(410) 956-0462
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21037, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21037, MD include Mayo Elementary School, South River High School and Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21037?
7 public schools are located in 21037.
What percentage of students in 21037 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 21037 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21037?
21037 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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