For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,751 students in 21826, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD are Fruitland Intermediate and Bennett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21826 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21826, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21826, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Intermediate
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
208 W Main St
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5805
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5805
Gr: 3-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Bennett Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
532 S. Division Street
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5140
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5140
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
301 N Division St
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5171
Fruitland, MD 21826
(410) 677-5171
Gr: PK-2 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21826, MD include Fruitland Intermediate and Bennett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21826?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21826.
What is the racial composition of students in 21826?
21826 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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