For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,632 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 37% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21157, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Winchester Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Winfield Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4401 Salem Bottom Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Friendship Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Cranberry Station Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 North Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
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
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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
Gr: K-5 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Westminster West Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
60 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3661
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3661
Gr: 6-8 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #88.
Westminster East Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
121 Longwell Avenue
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3656
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3656
Gr: 6-8 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #99.
Robert Moton Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1413 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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