For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,041 students in 21009, MD (there are , serving 150 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 21009, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21009, MD are Abingdon Elementary School, William S. James Elementary School and Old Post Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21009 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21009, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21009, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abingdon Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3001 S. Tollgate Road
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3910
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
William S. James Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Laurentum Pkw
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3900
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 638-3900
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Old Post Road Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2706 Old Philadelphia Rd
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 612-1566
Abingdon, MD 21009
(410) 612-1566
Gr: PK-5 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21009, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21009, MD include Abingdon Elementary School, William S. James Elementary School and Old Post Road Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21009?
3 public schools are located in 21009.
What percentage of students in 21009 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 21009 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21009?
21009 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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