For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,120 students in Taneytown, MD.
The top ranked public schools in Taneytown, MD are Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Taneytown, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Taneytown have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Taneytown, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Taneytown Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3260
Grades: PK-5
| 475 students
Rank: #22.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
99 Kings Drive
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Taneytown, MD 21787
(410) 751-3270
Grades: 6-8
| 645 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Taneytown, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Taneytown, MD include Taneytown Elementary School and Northwest Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Taneytown?
2 public schools are located in Taneytown.
What is the racial composition of students in Taneytown?
Taneytown public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Taneytown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Taneytown include: Northwest Middle School vs. Taneytown Elementary School, Taneytown Elementary School vs. Northwest Middle School
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