For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,690 students in 21237, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21237, MD are Shady Spring Elementary School and Red House Run Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21237 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21237, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21237, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shady Spring Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8868 Goldenwood Rd
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-0509
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-0509
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Red House Run Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8200 Old Philadelphia Rd
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-0506
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-0506
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: n/an/a
7649 Gum Spring Road
Rosedale, MD 21237
(443) 809-8519
Rosedale, MD 21237
(443) 809-8519
Grades: PK-5
| 702 students
21237, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Golden Ring Middle School (Closed 2024)
Magnet School
6700 Kenwood Ave
Rosedale, MD 21237
(443) 809-0130
Rosedale, MD 21237
(443) 809-0130
Grades: 6-8
| 805 students
Inverness Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
8200 Old Philadelphia Rd
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-7575
Rosedale, MD 21237
(410) 887-7575
Grades: 6-12
| 107 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21237, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21237, MD include Shady Spring Elementary School and Red House Run Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21237?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21237.
What is the racial composition of students in 21237?
21237 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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