Best 21050 Maryland Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 898 students in 21050, MD.
The top-ranked public schools in 21050, MD are Forest Lakes Elementary School and Forest Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21050 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21050, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21050, MD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
100 Osborne Pkwy
Forest Hill, MD 21050
(410) 638-4262
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Forest Hill Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2407 Rocks Rd
Forest Hill, MD 21050
(410) 638-4166
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 21050, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21050, MD include Forest Lakes Elementary School and Forest Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21050?
2 public schools are located in 21050.
What is the racial composition of students in 21050?
21050 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).

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