Best Schools in Sykesville, Maryland
12 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High
Choosing a school in Sykesville?
Use this page to compare every school in Sykesville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Eldersburg Elementary
Elementary · Carroll County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mechanicsville Elementary
Elementary · Carroll County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carrolltowne Elementary
Elementary · Carroll County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sykesville for 2026 are Eldersburg Elementary (8.9/10), Mechanicsville Elementary (8.6/10), and Carrolltowne Elementary (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$478,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$478,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.9/10 despite 18% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sykesville schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Sykesville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 11 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eldersburg Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Mechanicsville Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Carrolltowne Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Liberty High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Sykesville Middle | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Piney Ridge Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Linton Springs Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | South Carroll High | 6.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Oklahoma Road Middle | 6.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Century High | 5.4 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $141,228
- Median home value
- $478,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
55% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sykesville compares
Maryland rank
#32 of 141
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Maryland avg (6.3)
Median household income
$141k
128% of Maryland median
Schools in this city
11
Carroll County Public Schools runs Sykesville's public schools
11 public schools. Carroll County Public Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Sykesville is a Carroll County Public Schools school (11 of 11).
Among 11 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.1 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Sykesville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Sykesville, Maryland
Sykesville, Maryland is home to 12 schools, including 11 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Sykesville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sykesville is Eldersburg Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sykesville is served by 1 school district: Carroll County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 26,123 students.
Sykesville's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $141,228. The poverty rate in the area is 4.1%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 476 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 2 | 497 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 3 | 623 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 583 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 5 | 738 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 6 | 643 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immanuel Montessori SchoolPrivate 4 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 758 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 758 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,000 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 935 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 1,083 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Schools in Sykesville
Sykesville, Maryland · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$141,228
Median Home Value
$478,200
Median Rent
$1,673/mo
Population
37,813
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Community Profile
Sykesville has a median household income of $141,228. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $478,200, with a median rent of $1,673/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Maryland
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Sykesville, Maryland
How many schools are in Sykesville, Maryland?
Sykesville has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sykesville, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sykesville is 7.0 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 Sykesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Sykesville on MySchoolScout is Eldersburg Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sykesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sykesville on MySchoolScout is Eldersburg Elementary with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Sykesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked middle school in Sykesville on MySchoolScout is Sykesville Middle with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Sykesville, Maryland?
The top-ranked high school in Sykesville on MySchoolScout is Liberty High with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Sykesville, Maryland?
Sykesville is served by 1 school district: Carroll County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Sykesville, Maryland?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Sykesville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sykesville, Maryland?
The median household income in Sykesville is approximately $141,228 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sykesville, Maryland?
Yes, Sykesville has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sykesville, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sykesville is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sykesville, 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.