For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 676 students in 21620, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 311 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 21620, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21620, MD are H. H. Garnett Elementary School and Kent County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21620 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21620, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21620, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H. H. Garnett Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
320 Calvert St
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-6890
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Kent County Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
402 E Campus Avenue
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-1771
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21620, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21620, MD include H. H. Garnett Elementary School and Kent County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21620?
2 public schools are located in 21620.
What percentage of students in 21620 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 21620 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21620?
21620 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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