Best Schools in Owings Mills, Maryland
16 schools · 9 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 4 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Owings Mills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lyons Mill Elementary
Elementary · Baltimore County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Jemicy School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harbour School at Baltimore
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Owings Mills for 2026 are Lyons Mill Elementary (8.2/10), Jemicy School (7.8/10), and Harbour School at Baltimore (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
7 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$370,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
16
7 public · 9 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$370,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Owings Mills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 16). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lyons Mill Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Jemicy School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Harbour School at Baltimore | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Mcdonogh School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Deer Park Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Liberty Christian School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Torah Institute | 4.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Owings Mills Elementary | 4.3 / 10 |
| 10 | New Town High | 4.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $100,934
- Median home value
- $370,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
31% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Owings Mills compares
Maryland rank
#113 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$101k
91% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Owings Mills, Maryland
Owings Mills, Maryland is home to 16 schools, including 7 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Owings Mills show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Owings Mills is Lyons Mill Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Owings Mills is served by 1 school district: Baltimore County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 110,275 students.
Owings Mills's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,934. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 645 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | 400 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 3 | 722 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 4 | 782 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 | ||
| 5 | 580 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Liberty Christian School
Private
143 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 2 | Torah Institute
Private
671 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 | ||
| 3 | 13 students · Pre-K–1st | — | ||
| 4 | St Thomas Pre School
Private
7 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 students · 2nd–5th | 6.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,361 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
| 2 | 1,169 students · 9th–12th | 2.8 |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jemicy School
Private
448 students · 1st–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | Harbour School at Baltimore
Private
174 students · 2nd–12th | 7.5 |
| 3 | Mcdonogh School
Private
1,416 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 24 students · 3rd–12th | — |
Schools in Owings Mills
Owings Mills, Maryland · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,934
Median Home Value
$370,700
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
61,337
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Owings Mills has a median household income of $100,934. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $370,700, with a median rent of $1,817/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 4
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Owings Mills, Maryland
How many schools are in Owings Mills, Maryland?
Owings Mills has 16 schools, including 7 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Owings Mills is 5.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Owings Mills on MySchoolScout is Lyons Mill Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Owings Mills on MySchoolScout is Lyons Mill Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Owings Mills on MySchoolScout is Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Owings Mills on MySchoolScout is New Town High with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Owings Mills, Maryland?
Owings Mills is served by 1 school district: Baltimore County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Owings Mills, Maryland?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Owings Mills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The median household income in Owings Mills is approximately $100,934 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Owings Mills, Maryland?
Yes, Owings Mills has 9 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Jemicy School with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Owings Mills, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Owings Mills is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Owings Mills, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.