For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,376 students in 21643, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21643, MD are North Dorchester High School, Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21643 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21643, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21643, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Dorchester High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5875 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-4511
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-4511
Gr: 9-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hurlock Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Charles St.
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3303
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
North Dorchester Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5745 Cloverdale Road
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Hurlock, MD 21643
(410) 943-3322
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21643, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21643, MD include North Dorchester High School, Hurlock Elementary School and North Dorchester Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21643?
3 public schools are located in 21643.
What is the racial composition of students in 21643?
21643 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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