For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,540 students in 21221, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21221, MD are Stemmers Run Middle School and Deep Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21221 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21221, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21221, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stemmers Run Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Stemmers Run Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0177
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0177
Gr: 6-8 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 S Marlyn Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0112
Essex, MD 21221
(443) 809-0112
Gr: 6-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21221, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21221, MD include Stemmers Run Middle School and Deep Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21221?
2 public middle schools are located in 21221.
What is the racial composition of students in 21221?
21221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).