For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 512 students in 21539, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21539, MD are George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21539 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21539, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21539, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Lower Georges Creek Rd S
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Westmar Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
21539, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 463:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21539, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21539, MD include George's Creek Elementary School and Westmar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21539?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21539.
What is the racial composition of students in 21539?
21539 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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