For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 516 students in 21817, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 21817, MD is Carter G Woodson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 21817 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21817, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21817, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carter G Woodson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
281a Woodson School Rd
Crisfield, MD 21817
(410) 968-1295
Crisfield, MD 21817
(410) 968-1295
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
21817, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6 Asbury Avenue
Crisfield, MD 21817
(410) 968-0747
Crisfield, MD 21817
(410) 968-0747
Gr: PK-2 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21817, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21817, MD include Carter G Woodson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21817?
1 public elementary schools are located in 21817.
What is the racial composition of students in 21817?
21817 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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