For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,406 students in 21209, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 879 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 21209, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21209, MD are Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Summit Park Elementary School and Western High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21209 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 36% statewide average). Schools in 21209, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
(Math: 71% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 W Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Grades: 9-12
| 1,601 students
Rank: #22.
Summit Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6920 Diana Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Grades: K-5
| 329 students
Rank: #33.
Western High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4600 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Grades: 9-12
| 1,261 students
Rank: #44.
The Mount Washington School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1801 Sulgrave Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Grades: K-8
| 534 students
Rank: #55.
Windsor Mill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Windsor Mill Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Grades: 6-8
| 681 students
21209, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Grades: 7-8
| 296 students
K.i.p.p. Ujima Village Academy (Closed 2015)
Charter School
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Grades: 5-8
| 512 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21209, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21209, MD include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Summit Park Elementary School and Western High School.
How many public schools are located in 21209, MD?
5 public schools are located in 21209, MD.
What percentage of students in 21209, MD go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 21209, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21209, MD?
21209, MD public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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