For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 971 students in 21220, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21220, MD are Crossroads Center and Middle River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21220 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21220, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21220, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crossroads Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11640 Crossroads Circle
Middle River, MD 21220
(443) 809-2275
Middle River, MD 21220
(443) 809-2275
Grades: 7-8
| 21 students
Rank: #22.
Middle River Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 Middle River Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0165
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0165
Grades: 6-8
| 950 students
21220, Maryland 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Connections Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9610 Pulaski Park Drive
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2373
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2373
Grades: K-11
| 123 students
Evening High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9610 Pulaski Park Dr Suite 21
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2270
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2270
Grades: 9-12
| 151 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21220, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21220, MD include Crossroads Center and Middle River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21220?
2 public middle schools are located in 21220.
What is the racial composition of students in 21220?
21220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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