For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,041 students in Mardela Springs, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in Mardela Springs, MD are Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mardela Springs, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Mardela Springs have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Mardela Springs, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9975 Sharptown Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5808
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Mardela Middle & High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24940 Delmar Rd
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
(410) 677-5142
Gr: 6-12 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mardela Springs, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Mardela Springs, MD include Northwestern Elementary School and Mardela Middle & High School.
How many public schools are located in Mardela Springs?
2 public schools are located in Mardela Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Mardela Springs?
Mardela Springs public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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