For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,816 students in 21769, MD (there are , serving 493 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 21769, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21769, MD are Middletown High School, Middletown Elementary School and Middletown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21769 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21769, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21769, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middletown High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Schoolhouse Dr
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-7400
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-7400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,109 students
Rank: #22.
Middletown Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 E Green St
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-1100
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-1100
Grades: 3-5
| 453 students
Rank: #33.
Middletown Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Martha Mason St
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-4200
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 236-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 767 students
Rank: n/an/a
403 Franklin St
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 566-0200
Middletown, MD 21769
(240) 566-0200
Grades: PK-2
| 487 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21769, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21769, MD include Middletown High School, Middletown Elementary School and Middletown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21769?
4 public schools are located in 21769.
What percentage of students in 21769 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 21769 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21769?
21769 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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