Best 21211 Maryland Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,475 students in 21211, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21211, MD are Hampden Elementary Middle School and Academy For College And Career Exploration. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21211 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21211, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).

Best 21211, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampden Elementary Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3608 Chestnut Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6004
Gr: PK-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Academy For College And Career Exploration
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 W 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-7607
Gr: 6-12 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21211, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21211, MD include Hampden Elementary Middle School and Academy For College And Career Exploration.
How many public middle schools are located in 21211?
2 public middle schools are located in 21211.
What is the racial composition of students in 21211?
21211 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).

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