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Best 21784 Maryland Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,076 students in 21784, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD are Freedom District Elementary School, Carrolltowne Elementary School and Piney Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21784 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21784, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best 21784, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freedom District Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5626 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3525
Gr: K-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Carrolltowne Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6542 Ridge Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3530
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Piney Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6315 Freedom Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3535
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Linton Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
375 Ronsdale Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3280
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3838 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3510
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Eldersburg Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1021 Johnsville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3520
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Oklahoma Road Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6300 Oklahoma Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
Sykesville Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7301 Springfield Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3545
Gr: 6-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21784, MD include Freedom District Elementary School, Carrolltowne Elementary School and Piney Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21784?
8 public elementary schools are located in 21784.
What is the racial composition of students in 21784?
21784 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).

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