For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,366 students in 21044, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21044, MD are Clemens Crossing Elementary School, Wilde Lake Middle School and Bryant Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21044, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clemens Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10320 Quarterstaff Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6866
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6866
Gr: K-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Wilde Lake Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10481 Cross Fox Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6957
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Woods Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5450 Blue Heron Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6859
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6859
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5470 Hesperus Dr
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6879
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6879
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Swansfield Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5610 Cedar Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6907
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6907
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Running Brook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5215 W Running Brook Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6893
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6893
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Harpers Choice Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5450 Beaverkill Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6929
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
21044, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21044, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21044, MD include Clemens Crossing Elementary School, Wilde Lake Middle School and Bryant Woods Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21044?
7 public elementary schools are located in 21044.
What is the racial composition of students in 21044?
21044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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