For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,843 students in 21212, MD (there are 8 private schools, serving 839 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 21212, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21212, MD are Rodgers Forge Elementary School, Stoneleigh Elementary School and Dumbarton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21212 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21212, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21212, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rodgers Forge Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
250 Dumbarton Rd
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 887-3582
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 887-3582
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Stoneleigh Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Pemberton Rd
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 809-3600
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 809-3600
Grades: K-5
| 641 students
Rank: #33.
Dumbarton Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Dumbarton Rd
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 809-3176
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 809-3176
Grades: 6-8
| 1,071 students
Rank: #44.
Tunbridge Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5504 York Road
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 323-8692
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 323-8692
Grades: PK-8
| 493 students
Rank: #55.
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 E 43rd Street
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-7463
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-7463
Grades: K-8
| 35 students
Rank: #66.
Govans Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5801 York Road
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6396
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6396
Grades: PK-8
| 403 students
Rank: #77.
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 E 43rd Street
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6271
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6271
Grades: PK-8
| 818 students
21212, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 Woodbourne Ave
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 642-2067
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 642-2067
Grades: 6-8
| 207 students
1101 Winston Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 642-5420
Baltimore, MD 21212
(443) 642-5420
Grades: 6-8
| 201 students
4520 York Road
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6358
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6358
Grades: PK-8
| 262 students
1101 Winston Ave
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6356
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6356
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21212, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21212, MD include Rodgers Forge Elementary School, Stoneleigh Elementary School and Dumbarton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 21212?
7 public schools are located in 21212.
What percentage of students in 21212 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 21212 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21212?
21212 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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