For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,097 students in 21214, MD (there are 2 private schools, serving 114 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 21214, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and City Neighbors High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City Neighbors Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Gr: K-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Old Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Gr: PK-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
City Neighbors High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Pinewood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Gr: 9-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #55.
Reginald F. Lewis High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Pioneer Drive
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Gr: 9-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: n/an/a
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5400
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5400
Gr: 5-12 | 515 students Minority enrollment: 93%
21214, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Dr. Samuel L. Banks High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5000 Truesdale Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Environmental Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2500 E. Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Gr: 6-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Gr: 6-12
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21214, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and City Neighbors High School.
How many public schools are located in 21214?
7 public schools are located in 21214.
What percentage of students in 21214 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 21214 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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