Best Public Schools in Zip Code 21042


Summary:

The 21042 zip code of Ellicott City, Maryland is home to 12 highly-ranked schools that are part of the Howard County Public Schools district. This diverse set of schools includes 6 elementary, 3 middle, 3 high, and 1 alternative school, all of which have received 4 or 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger.

Several schools stand out as top performers in the area. Centennial High School is ranked 10th out of 146 Maryland high schools, with exceptional test scores, while Waverly Elementary and Burleigh Manor Middle are ranked 26th and 11th in their respective categories, with very high proficiency rates in Math and English Language Arts. Another standout is Folly Quarter Middle, which is ranked 5th out of 328 Maryland middle schools.

While the overall performance of schools in the 21042 zip code is exceptional, there are some notable differences. The alternative Homewood School stands out with lower test scores and a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the challenges faced by such institutions. Additionally, there is a gap in Math proficiency between the top-performing and lower-performing schools, suggesting the need to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Maryland State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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