For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,123 students in 21040, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD are Edgewood Elementary School, Deerfield Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21040 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21040, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21040, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Cedar Dr
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1540
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1540
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2307 Willoughby Beach Rd
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1535
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1535
Gr: PK-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2311 Willoughby Beach Rd
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1518
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1518
Gr: 6-8 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21040, MD include Edgewood Elementary School, Deerfield Elementary School and Edgewood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21040?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21040.
What is the racial composition of students in 21040?
21040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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