For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,780 students in 21061, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21061, MD are Southgate Elementary School, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School and George T. Cromwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21061 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21061, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21061, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southgate Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Shetlands Ln
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Marlboro Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
George T. Cromwell Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 Olen Drive
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6100
Gr: K-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
330 Oak Manor Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Rippling Woods Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
530 Nolfield Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
North Glen Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 West Furnace Branch Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
160 Funke Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #88.
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 A Street
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 553-2200
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 553-2200
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
Corkran Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7600 Quarterfield Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6350
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 787-6350
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1010.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 Melrose Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 424-2400
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 424-2400
Gr: K-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21061, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21061, MD include Southgate Elementary School, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School and George T. Cromwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21061?
10 public elementary schools are located in 21061.
What is the racial composition of students in 21061?
21061 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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