For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,820 students in 21136, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 81 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 21136, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21136, MD are Chatsworth School, Franklin Elementary School and Franklin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21136 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21136, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21136, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatsworth School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
222 New Ave
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1103
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1103
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
33 Cockeysmill Rd
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1111
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1111
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Franklin High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12000 Reisterstown Rd
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(443) 809-7038
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(443) 809-7038
Gr: 9-12 | 1,481 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Cedarmere Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17 Nicodemus Rd
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1100
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Glyndon Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
445 Glyndon Dr
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1130
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Reisterstown Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
223 Walgrove Rd
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1133
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1133
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10 Cockeysmill Rd
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1114
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 887-1114
Gr: 6-8 | 1,150 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21136, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21136, MD include Chatsworth School, Franklin Elementary School and Franklin High School.
How many public schools are located in 21136?
7 public schools are located in 21136.
What percentage of students in 21136 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 21136 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21136?
21136 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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