For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,122 students in 21209, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21209, MD are The Mount Washington School and Windsor Mill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21209 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21209, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 21209, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21209, MD include The Mount Washington School and Windsor Mill Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21209?
2 public middle schools are located in 21209.
What is the racial composition of students in 21209?
21209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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