For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 8,475 students in 21122, MD (there are 9 private schools, serving 832 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 21122, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21122, MD are Bodkin Elementary School, Chesapeake High School and Pasadena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21122 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21122, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21122, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bodkin Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8320 Ventnor Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-0464
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-0464
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Chesapeake High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4798 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 255-9600
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 255-9600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,540 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Pasadena Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 East Pasadena Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6573
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6573
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Fort Smallwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1720 Poplar Ridge Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6450
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Lake Shore Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4531 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6465
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6465
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8572 Fort Smallwood Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6478
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6478
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
Northeast High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1121 Duvall Hwy
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-6400
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #88.
Chesapeake Bay Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4804 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-2400
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 1,087 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #99.
Riviera Beach Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8515 Jenkins Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6469
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6469
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #1010.
Jacobsville Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6460
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1111.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7789 Edgewood Avenue
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6454
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6454
Gr: PK-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1212.
Northeast Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7922 Outing Ave
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-5512
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-5512
Gr: 6-8 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21122, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21122, MD include Bodkin Elementary School, Chesapeake High School and Pasadena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21122?
12 public schools are located in 21122.
What percentage of students in 21122 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 21122 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21122?
21122 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).
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