For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 211 students in Emmitsburg, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 320 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in Emmitsburg, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Emmitsburg, MD is Emmitsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Emmitsburg, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Emmitsburg have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Emmitsburg, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emmitsburg Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 S Seton Ave
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
(227) 203-1720
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
(227) 203-1720
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Emmitsburg, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Emmitsburg, MD include Emmitsburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Emmitsburg?
1 public schools are located in Emmitsburg.
What percentage of students in Emmitsburg go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in Emmitsburg are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Emmitsburg?
Emmitsburg public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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