For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,370 students in 21215, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21215, MD are Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Fallstaff Elementary Middle School and Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-ashburton Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21215 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21215, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21215, MD Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
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 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
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 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
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 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 middle schools in 21215, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21215, MD include Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Fallstaff Elementary Middle School and Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-ashburton Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21215?
4 public middle schools are located in 21215.
What is the racial composition of students in 21215?
21215 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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