For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 539 students in 21215, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21215, MD is Frederick Douglass High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21215 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21215, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21215 have a Graduation Rate of 45%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Frederick Douglass High School, with 45% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21215, MD Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frederick Douglass High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7821
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7821
Gr: 9-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 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 high schools in 21215, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21215, MD include Frederick Douglass High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21215?
1 public high schools are located in 21215.
What is the racial composition of students in 21215?
21215 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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