For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,896 students in 21811, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 667 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 21811, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21811, MD are Stephen Decatur Middle School, Showell Elementary School and Buckingham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21811 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21811, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21811, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stephen Decatur Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9815 Seahawk Rd
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 641-2846
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 641-2846
Gr: 7-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Showell Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11318 Showell School Rd
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5350
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5350
Gr: PK-4 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Buckingham Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Buckingham Rd
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5300
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5300
Gr: PK-4 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Berlin Intermediate
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
309 Franklin Ave
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5320
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 632-5320
Gr: 5-6 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Stephen Decatur High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9913 Seahawk Rd
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 641-2171
Berlin, MD 21811
(410) 641-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 1,462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21811, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21811, MD include Stephen Decatur Middle School, Showell Elementary School and Buckingham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21811?
5 public schools are located in 21811.
What percentage of students in 21811 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 21811 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21811?
21811 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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