For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,092 students in 21085, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 387 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 21085, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21085, MD are Joppatowne High School, Riverside Elementary School and Joppatowne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21085 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21085, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21085, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joppatowne High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
555 Joppa Farm Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1510
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1510
Gr: 9-12 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 Stillmeadow Dr
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Joppatowne Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
407 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Magnolia Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
299 Fort Hoyle Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1525
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21085, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21085, MD include Joppatowne High School, Riverside Elementary School and Joppatowne Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21085?
5 public schools are located in 21085.
What percentage of students in 21085 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 21085 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21085?
21085 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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