For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,115 students in 21788, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 5 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 21788, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21788, MD are Catoctin High School, Lewistown Elementary School and Thurmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21788 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21788, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21788, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Catoctin High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14745 Sabillasville Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-3150
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-3150
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1620
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1620
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Thurmont Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1300
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1300
Gr: 3-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Thurmont Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
408 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-2500
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1280
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1280
Gr: PK-2 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21788, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21788, MD include Catoctin High School, Lewistown Elementary School and Thurmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21788?
5 public schools are located in 21788.
What percentage of students in 21788 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 21788 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21788?
21788 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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