For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,462 students in 21550, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21550, MD are Swan Meadow School, Broad Ford Elementary School and Crellin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21550 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21550, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21550, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swan Meadow School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6709 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2059
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-2059
Grades: K-8
| 48 students
Rank: #22.
Broad Ford Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
607 Harvey Winters Rd
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9445
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9445
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Rank: #33.
Crellin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
115 Kendall Dr
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-4704
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-4704
Grades: K-5
| 144 students
Rank: #44.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
605 Harvey Winters Road
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-8881
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-8881
Grades: 6-8
| 448 students
Rank: #55.
Yough Glades Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
70 Wolf Acres Dr
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3334
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3334
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
21550, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
770 Dennett Rd
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3452
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-3452
Grades: PK-5
| 314 students
Garrett County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
40 South Second St
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-7655
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-7655
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Southern High Evening School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
345 Oakland Dr
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 334-9447
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21550, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21550, MD include Swan Meadow School, Broad Ford Elementary School and Crellin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21550?
5 public elementary schools are located in 21550.
What is the racial composition of students in 21550?
21550 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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