For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 920 students in 21921, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21921, MD are Cherry Hill Middle School and Elkton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21921 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21921, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21921, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry Hill Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2535 Singerly Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5020
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Elkton Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
615 North St
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5010
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5010
Gr: 6-8 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
21921, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Providence School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3035 Singerly Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5660
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5660
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21921, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21921, MD include Cherry Hill Middle School and Elkton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21921?
2 public middle schools are located in 21921.
What is the racial composition of students in 21921?
21921 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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