For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 993 students in 21046, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21046, MD are Atholton Elementary School and Guilford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21046 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21046, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21046, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atholton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6700 Seneca Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7335 Oakland Mills Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21046, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21046, MD include Atholton Elementary School and Guilford Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21046?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21046.
What is the racial composition of students in 21046?
21046 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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