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Best 21921 Maryland Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,759 students in 21921, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 357 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 21921, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21921, MD are Kenmore Elementary School, Elk Neck Elementary School and Elkton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21921 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21921, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21921, MD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenmore Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2475 Singerly Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5060
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Elk Neck Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
41 Racine School Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5030
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Elkton High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
110 James St
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Leeds Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
615 Deaver Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5070
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Cherry Hill Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2535 Singerly Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Cecil Manor Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
971 Elk Mills Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5090
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Thomson Estates Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
203 E Thomson Dr
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Gilpin Manor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
203 Newark Ave
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5040
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Holly Hall Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
233 White Hall Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5050
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1010.
Elkton Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
615 North St
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 996-5010
Gr: 6-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Cecil County School Of Technology
Vocational School
912 Appleton Rd
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 392-8879
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 21921, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21921, MD include Kenmore Elementary School, Elk Neck Elementary School and Elkton High School.
How many public schools are located in 21921?
11 public schools are located in 21921.
What percentage of students in 21921 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 21921 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21921?
21921 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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