Best 21043 Maryland Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,107 students in 21043, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD are Ellicott Mills Middle School, Patapsco Middle School and Bonnie Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21043 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21043, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).

Best 21043, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellicott Mills Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4445 Montgomery Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2839
Gr: 6-8 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Patapsco Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8885 Old Frederick Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2848
Gr: 6-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Bonnie Branch Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4979 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-2580
Gr: 6-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21043, MD include Ellicott Mills Middle School, Patapsco Middle School and Bonnie Branch Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21043?
3 public middle schools are located in 21043.
What is the racial composition of students in 21043?
21043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).

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