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Best West Friendship Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 367 students in West Friendship, MD.
The top-ranked public school in West Friendship, MD is West Friendship Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Friendship, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in West Friendship have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in West Friendship, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Friendship Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
12500 Frederick Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
(410) 313-5512
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in West Friendship, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in West Friendship, MD include West Friendship Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Friendship?
1 public schools are located in West Friendship.
What is the racial composition of students in West Friendship?
West Friendship public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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