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Best 21842 Maryland Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 566 students in 21842, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 21842, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public school in 21842, MD is Ocean City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 21842 have an score of 82% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and score of 92% (versus the 45% statewide average).

Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).

Best 21842, MD Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Ocean City Elementary School

(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
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10/

Top 1%

12828 Center Dr
Ocean City, MD 21842
(410) 632-5370

Gr: PK-4 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 21842, MD?

The top-ranked public schools in 21842, MD include Ocean City Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 21842?

1 public schools are located in 21842.

What percentage of students in 21842 go to public school?

87% of all K-12 students in 21842 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).

What is the racial composition of students in 21842?

21842 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).