For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,221 students in 21047, MD.
The top ranked public schools in 21047, MD are Youths Benefit Elementary School, Fallston High School and Fallston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21047 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21047, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21047, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youths Benefit Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Fallston Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4190
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4190
Gr: PK-5 | 1,114 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Fallston High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2301 Carrs Mill Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4120
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4120
Gr: 9-12 | 1,047 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Fallston Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2303 Carrs Mill Rd
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4129
Fallston, MD 21047
(410) 638-4129
Gr: 6-8 | 1,060 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21047, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21047, MD include Youths Benefit Elementary School, Fallston High School and Fallston Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21047?
3 public schools are located in 21047.
What is the racial composition of students in 21047?
21047 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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