For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 935 students in 21903, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21903, MD are Perryville Elementary School and Perryville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21903 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21903, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21903, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perryville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Maywood Ave
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 642-6540
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 642-6540
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Perryville Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Aiken Ave
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 996-6010
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 996-6010
Gr: 6-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21903, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21903, MD include Perryville Elementary School and Perryville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21903?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21903.
What is the racial composition of students in 21903?
21903 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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