For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 383 students in 21871, MD.
The top ranked public elementary school in 21871, MD is Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 21871 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21871, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21871, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7970 Tawes Campus Road
Westover, MD 21871
(410) 621-0161
Westover, MD 21871
(410) 621-0161
Grades: 6-7
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21871, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21871, MD include Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21871?
1 public elementary schools are located in 21871.
What is the racial composition of students in 21871?
21871 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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