For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,332 students in 21793, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21793, MD are Glade Elementary School, Walkersville High School and Walkersville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21793 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21793, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glade Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9525 Glade Rd
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-2100
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 554 students
Rank: #22.
Walkersville High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
81 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,203 students
Rank: #33.
Walkersville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
83 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-1000
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-1000
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #44.
Walkersville Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
55 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-4400
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-4400
Grades: 6-8
| 805 students
Rank: #55.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(240) 236-8700
Grades: PK-12
| 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21793, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21793, MD include Glade Elementary School, Walkersville High School and Walkersville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21793?
5 public schools are located in 21793.
What is the racial composition of students in 21793?
21793 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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