For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,573 students in 21102, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 209 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 21102, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21102, MD are Manchester Elementary School, Ebb Valley Elementary School and Manchester Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21102 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21102, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21102, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3224 York Street
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 751-3410
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 751-3410
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Ebb Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3100 Swiper Road
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 386-1550
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 386-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Manchester Valley High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3300 Maple Grove Road
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 386-1673
Manchester, MD 21102
(410) 386-1673
Gr: 9-12 | 1,339 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21102, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21102, MD include Manchester Elementary School, Ebb Valley Elementary School and Manchester Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in 21102?
3 public schools are located in 21102.
What percentage of students in 21102 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 21102 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21102?
21102 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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