For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,564 students in 21209, MD (there are 5 private schools, serving 765 private students). 85% 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD Public Schools (2026)
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 | 1,632 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
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 | 1,290 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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?
85% 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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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