For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,954 students in 21009, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 150 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 21009, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21009, MD are Abingdon Elementary School, William S. James Elementary School and Old Post Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21009 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21009, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21009, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abingdon Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3001 S. Tollgate Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3910
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
William S. James Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Laurentum Pkw
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3900
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3900
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Old Post Road Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2706 Old Philadelphia Rd
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 612-1566
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 612-1566
Gr: PK-5 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21009, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21009, MD include Abingdon Elementary School, William S. James Elementary School and Old Post Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21009?
3 public schools are located in 21009.
What percentage of students in 21009 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 21009 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21009?
21009 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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