For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,200 students in 21234, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21234, MD are Pine Grove Middle School, Parkville Middle School and Woodhome Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21234 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21234, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21234, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Grove Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9200 Old Harford Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(443) 809-5270
Parkville, MD 21234
(443) 809-5270
Gr: 6-8 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Parkville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8711 Avondale Road
Parkville, MD 21234
(443) 809-5250
Parkville, MD 21234
(443) 809-5250
Gr: 6-8 | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Woodhome Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Moyer Avenue
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21234, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21234, MD include Pine Grove Middle School, Parkville Middle School and Woodhome Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21234?
3 public middle schools are located in 21234.
What is the racial composition of students in 21234?
21234 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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