For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,618 students in 21911, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21911, MD are Calvert Elementary School, Rising Sun Elementary School and Rising Sun Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21911 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21911, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21911, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
79 Brick Meetinghouse Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5335
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5335
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #22.
Rising Sun Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Hopewell Rd
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5925
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5925
Grades: PK-5
| 610 students
Rank: #33.
Rising Sun Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
289 Pearl Street
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5535
Rising Sun, MD 21911
(410) 658-5535
Grades: 6-8
| 610 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21911, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21911, MD include Calvert Elementary School, Rising Sun Elementary School and Rising Sun Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21911?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21911.
What is the racial composition of students in 21911?
21911 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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