Summary:
The 21550 zip code area of Garrett County, Maryland is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Garrett County Public Schools district. While the district as a whole is ranked 11 out of 25 in Maryland and rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, the schools in this area show a wide range of academic performance.
The standout schools in the 21550 zip code are Broad Ford Elementary, Crellin Elementary, and Swan Meadow School. Broad Ford Elementary has consistently ranked in the top 40% of Maryland elementary schools, with test scores above the district and state averages. Crellin Elementary, a small school with only 140 students, boasts impressive test scores, with 57.1% of students proficient or better in English language arts. Swan Meadow School, a unique K-8 school with just 38 students, has been one of the top-performing schools in the state, ranking in the top 5% of Maryland elementary schools.
In contrast, Southern Garrett High School and Yough Glades Elementary are struggling, with test scores well below the district and state averages. The data suggests a potential correlation between higher per-student spending and better academic performance, as the top-performing schools also have the highest per-student spending in the district. Additionally, the schools in the 21550 zip code have a remarkably homogeneous student population, with white students making up 95% or more of the student body, which may be a factor in the schools' performance.
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