For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 666 students in 21214, MD.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors Hamilton and City Neighbors High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
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.
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%
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 charter schools in 21214, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors Hamilton and City Neighbors High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 21214?
2 public charter schools are located in 21214.
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public charter schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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