For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,377 students in 20759, MD (there are , serving 118 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 20759, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20759, MD are Fulton Elementary School, Lime Kiln Middle School and Reservoir High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20759 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 20759, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 20759, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11600 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5957
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5957
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Lime Kiln Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11650 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5988
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 880-5988
Gr: 6-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Reservoir High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11550 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8850
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,729 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Lane Special Center
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11630 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8800
Fulton, MD 20759
(410) 888-8800
Gr: PK-12 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20759, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 20759, MD include Fulton Elementary School, Lime Kiln Middle School and Reservoir High School.
How many public schools are located in 20759?
4 public schools are located in 20759.
What percentage of students in 20759 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 20759 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20759?
20759 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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