For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,545 students in Parkton, MD (there are , serving 115 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Parkton, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Parkton, MD are Hereford High School and Seventh District Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Parkton, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Parkton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Parkton, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hereford High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17301 York Rd
Parkton, MD 21120
(443) 809-1905
Parkton, MD 21120
(443) 809-1905
Grades: 9-12
| 1,200 students
Rank: #22.
Seventh District Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20300 York Rd
Parkton, MD 21120
(443) 809-1902
Parkton, MD 21120
(443) 809-1902
Grades: PK-5
| 345 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Parkton, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Parkton, MD include Hereford High School and Seventh District Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Parkton?
2 public schools are located in Parkton.
What percentage of students in Parkton go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Parkton are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Parkton?
Parkton public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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