For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,160 students in 21046, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 841 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 21046, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21046, MD are Atholton Elementary School, Hammond High School and Guilford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21046 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21046, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21046, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atholton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6700 Seneca Dr
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-6853
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Hammond High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8800 Guilford Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 313-7615
Gr: 9-12 | 1,167 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7335 Oakland Mills Rd
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 880-5930
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21046, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21046, MD include Atholton Elementary School, Hammond High School and Guilford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21046?
3 public schools are located in 21046.
What percentage of students in 21046 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 21046 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21046?
21046 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).