For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,836 students in 21901, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21901, MD are Bay View Elementary School, North East Elementary School and North East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21901 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21901, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21901, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay View Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
910 North East Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6230
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6230
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
North East Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 Thomas Ave
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6220
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6220
Gr: PK-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
North East Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 E Cecil Ave
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6210
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6210
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
21901, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
North East Evening High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
300 Irishtown Rd
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
North East, MD 21901
(410) 996-6200
Gr: 12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21901, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21901, MD include Bay View Elementary School, North East Elementary School and North East Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21901?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21901.
What is the racial composition of students in 21901?
21901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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