For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,365 students in 21209, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 801 private students). 84% 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 24% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21209, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
(Math: 61% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 W Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Gr: 9-12 | 1,580 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Summit Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6920 Diana Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Western High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4600 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,328 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
The Mount Washington School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Sulgrave Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Gr: PK-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Windsor Mill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Windsor Mill Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Gr: 6-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
21209, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Gr: 7-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Gr: 5-8 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
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?
5 public schools are located in 21209.
What percentage of students in 21209 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 21209 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21209?
21209 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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