For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 526 students in Accident, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Accident, MD are Accident Elementary School and Northern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Accident, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Accident have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Accident, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Accident Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
534 Accident-bittinger Rd
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
371 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Accident, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Accident, MD include Accident Elementary School and Northern Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Accident?
2 public elementary schools are located in Accident.
What is the racial composition of students in Accident?
Accident public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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