For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 862 students in Monkton, MD (there are , serving 382 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in Monkton, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Monkton, MD is Hereford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monkton, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Monkton have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Monkton, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hereford Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
712 Corbett Rd
Monkton, MD 21111
(443) 809-7902
Monkton, MD 21111
(443) 809-7902
Gr: 6-8 | 862 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monkton, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Monkton, MD include Hereford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Monkton?
1 public schools are located in Monkton.
What percentage of students in Monkton go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in Monkton are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monkton?
Monkton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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