For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,028 students in 21236, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21236, MD are Gunpowder Elementary School, Perry Hall Elementary School and Perry Hall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21236 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21236, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21236, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gunpowder Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9540 Holiday Manor Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5121
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5121
Gr: K-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Perry Hall Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9021 Belair Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5105
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5105
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Perry Hall Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4300 Ebenezer Rd
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5100
Nottingham, MD 21236
(443) 809-5100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,694 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Fullerton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Fullerton Ave
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5234
Nottingham, MD 21236
(410) 887-5234
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21236, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21236, MD include Gunpowder Elementary School, Perry Hall Elementary School and Perry Hall Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21236?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21236.
What is the racial composition of students in 21236?
21236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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