For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,221 students in 21403, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21403, MD are Hillsmere Elementary School, Eastport Elementary School and Georgetown East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21403 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21403, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21403, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsmere Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3052 Arundel On The Bay Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1622
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1622
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Eastport Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 5th Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1605
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1605
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Georgetown East Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
111 Dogwood Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1610
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 222-1610
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Annapolis Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1399 Forest Dr
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-8658
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 267-8658
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Tyler Heights Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Janwall St
Annapolis, MD 21403
(443) 482-9610
Annapolis, MD 21403
(443) 482-9610
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21403, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21403, MD include Hillsmere Elementary School, Eastport Elementary School and Georgetown East Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21403?
5 public elementary schools are located in 21403.
What is the racial composition of students in 21403?
21403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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