For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,974 students in 21001, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21001, MD are Bakerfield Elementary School, Center For Educational Opportunity and G. Lisby Elementary At Hillsdale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21001 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21001, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21001, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bakerfield Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
36 Baker St
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5518
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5518
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Center For Educational Opportunity
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
253 Paradise Rd
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Gr: 6-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
G. Lisby Elementary At Hillsdale
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 Edmund St
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5530
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5530
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Swan Creek School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
253 Paradise Road
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5594
Gr: 2-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Halls Cross Roads Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203 E Bel Air Ave
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5524
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5524
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Aberdeen Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 Mount Royal Ave
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5510
Aberdeen, MD 21001
(410) 273-5510
Gr: 6-8 | 1,071 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21001, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21001, MD include Bakerfield Elementary School, Center For Educational Opportunity and G. Lisby Elementary At Hillsdale.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21001?
6 public elementary schools are located in 21001.
What is the racial composition of students in 21001?
21001 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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