For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,057 students in 21788, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 5 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 21788, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21788, MD are Catoctin High School, Lewistown Elementary School and Thurmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21788 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21788, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 21788, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Catoctin High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14745 Sabillasville Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-8100
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 745 students
Rank: #22.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Grades: PK-5
| 168 students
Rank: #33.
Thurmont Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-0900
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-0900
Grades: 3-5
| 292 students
Rank: #44.
Thurmont Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
408 E Main St
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-5100
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-5100
Grades: 6-8
| 565 students
Rank: n/an/a
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Grades: PK-2
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21788, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21788, MD include Catoctin High School, Lewistown Elementary School and Thurmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21788, MD?
5 public schools are located in 21788, MD.
What percentage of students in 21788, MD go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 21788, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21788, MD?
21788, MD public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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