For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,600 students in 21157, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21157, MD are William Winchester Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School and Friendship Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21157 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21157, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Winchester Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #22.
Winfield Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4401 Salem Bottom Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Grades: PK-5
| 697 students
Rank: #33.
Friendship Valley Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: #44.
Cranberry Station Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 North Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Grades: PK-5
| 601 students
Rank: #55.
Carroll Springs School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Grades: 1-12
| 22 students
Rank: #66.
Pride School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3653
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3653
Grades: K-4
| 9 students
Rank: #77.
Westminster West Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
60 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3661
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3661
Grades: 6-8
| 912 students
Rank: #88.
Westminster East Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
121 Longwell Avenue
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3656
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3656
Grades: 6-8
| 800 students
Rank: #99.
Robert Moton Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1413 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #1010.
Crossroads Middle School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45 Kate Wagner Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3691
Grades: 6-8
| 14 students
21157, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carroll County Evening High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Carroll County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21157, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21157, MD include William Winchester Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School and Friendship Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21157?
10 public elementary schools are located in 21157.
What is the racial composition of students in 21157?
21157 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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