For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,429 students in 21244, MD (there are 10 private schools, serving 831 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 21244, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21244, MD are Watershed Public Charter, Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21244 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21244, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21244, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Watershed Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6946 Dogwood Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 944-1810
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 944-1810
Gr: K-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Chadwick Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1918 Winder Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-1300
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7215 Dogwood Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-6808
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-6808
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21244, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21244, MD include Watershed Public Charter, Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21244?
3 public schools are located in 21244.
What percentage of students in 21244 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 21244 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21244?
21244 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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