For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 888 students in 21853, MD.
The top ranked public elementary school in 21853, MD is Greenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21853 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21853, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21853, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11412 Dryden Road
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0931
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0931
Grades: 2-5
| 493 students
Rank: n/an/a
11576 Lankford Street
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0481
Princess Anne, MD 21853
(410) 651-0481
Grades: PK-1
| 395 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21853, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21853, MD include Greenwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21853?
2 public elementary schools are located in 21853.
What is the racial composition of students in 21853?
21853 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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