For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,950 students in 21090, MD (there are , serving 640 private students). 75% 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 16% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21090, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Overlook Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Hampton Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
(410) 222-6585
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Lindale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 1,174 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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?
75% 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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