For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,952 students in 21215, MD (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,113 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 21215, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21215, MD are George W. F. Mcmechen High School, Cross Country Elementary Middle School and Arlington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21215 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21215, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21215, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George W. F. Mcmechen High School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4411 Garrison Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0980
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0980
Gr: 11-12 | 36 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Gr: PK-8 | 660 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3705 W Rogers Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Rank: #44.
Milbrook Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Crest Heights Rd
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Gr: 1-5 | 322 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Creative City Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2810 Shirley Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(443) 642-3600
Baltimore, MD 21215
(443) 642-3600
Gr: K-7 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Park Heights Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Virginia Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Fallstaff Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Gr: PK-8 | 539 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Fernhill Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Gr: PK-7 | 219 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Rank: #99.
Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-ashburton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3935 Hilton Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Rank: #1010.
Pimlico Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Pimlico Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Gr: PK-8 | 764 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21215, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5545 Kennison Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0822
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0822
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1500 Harlem Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0612
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0612
Gr: 8 | 154 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
5011 Arbutus Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7827
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7827
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0646
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0646
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3500 W Northern Pky
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0806
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0806
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21215, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21215, MD include George W. F. Mcmechen High School, Cross Country Elementary Middle School and Arlington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21215?
10 public schools are located in 21215.
What percentage of students in 21215 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 21215 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21215?
21215 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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