For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 537 students in 21520, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21520, MD are Accident Elementary School and Northern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21520 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21520, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21520, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Accident Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
534 Accident-bittinger Rd
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Grades: PK-5
| 222 students
Rank: #22.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
371 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8165
Grades: 6-8
| 315 students
21520, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northern High Evening School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Grades: 10
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21520, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21520, MD include Accident Elementary School and Northern Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21520?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21520.
What is the racial composition of students in 21520?
21520 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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