For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,125 students in Glenwood, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Glenwood, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Glenwood, MD are Bushy Park Elementary School and Glenwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glenwood, MD public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Glenwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Glenwood, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bushy Park Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14601 Carrs Mill Rd
Glenwood, MD 21738
(410) 313-5500
Glenwood, MD 21738
(410) 313-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Glenwood Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2680 Rt 97
Glenwood, MD 21738
(410) 313-5520
Glenwood, MD 21738
(410) 313-5520
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glenwood, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Glenwood, MD include Bushy Park Elementary School and Glenwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Glenwood?
2 public schools are located in Glenwood.
What percentage of students in Glenwood go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Glenwood are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Glenwood?
Glenwood public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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