For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,950 students in 21090, MD (there are , serving 689 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 21090, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21090, MD are Linthicum Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Lindale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21090 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21090, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21090, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linthicum Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
101 School Ln
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6935
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6935
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Hampton Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Grades: PK-5
| 331 students
Rank: #33.
Lindale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 Andover Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 691-4344
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 691-4344
Grades: 6-8
| 1,174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21090, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21090, MD include Linthicum Elementary School, Overlook Elementary School and Lindale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21090?
3 public schools are located in 21090.
What percentage of students in 21090 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 21090 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21090?
21090 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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