For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 273 students in Upperco, MD.
The top-ranked public school in Upperco, MD is Fifth District Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Upperco, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Upperco have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Upperco, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fifth District Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3725 Mount Carmel Rd
Upperco, MD 21155
(443) 809-1726
Upperco, MD 21155
(443) 809-1726
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Upperco, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Upperco, MD include Fifth District Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Upperco?
1 public schools are located in Upperco.
What is the racial composition of students in Upperco?
Upperco public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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