For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,455 students in 21224, MD (there are 4 private schools, serving 627 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 21224, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21224, MD are Hampstead Hill Academy, Claremont School and Patterson Park Public Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21224 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21224, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21224, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampstead Hill Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Linwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9146
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9146
Gr: PK-8 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Claremont School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Kane Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 545-3380
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 545-3380
Gr: 6-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Patterson Park Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
27 N Lakewood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 558-1230
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 558-1230
Gr: PK-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Berkshire Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7431 Poplar Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7008
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7008
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Clay Hill Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6410 E Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 450-4556
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 450-4556
Gr: K-6 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Commodore John Rodgers Elementary Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6820 Fait Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9300
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9300
Gr: PK-8 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Colgate Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7735 Gough Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 809-7010
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 809-7010
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Holabird Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Imla Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9086
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9086
Gr: PK-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 O'donnell Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9083
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9083
Gr: PK-8 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1010.
William Paca Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Lakewood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9148
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9148
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Patterson High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Kane Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9276
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9276
Gr: 9-12 | 1,330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Rappolla Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9125
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9125
Gr: PK-8 | 1,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1313.
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215
(Math: 4% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3223 E Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9381
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9381
Gr: PK-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1414.
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #237
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
231 S Eaton Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2792
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2792
Gr: PK-8 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
21224, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6820 Fait Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2035
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2035
Gr: 8-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
801 S Highland Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9172
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9172
Gr: 7-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Eastwood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
428 Westham Way
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
428 Westham Way
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Gr: PK-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
801 S. Highland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-3182
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-3182
Gr: 6-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
101 S Ellwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9133
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9133
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
6820 Fait Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9291
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9291
Gr: 7-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21224, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21224, MD include Hampstead Hill Academy, Claremont School and Patterson Park Public Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 21224?
14 public schools are located in 21224.
What percentage of students in 21224 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 21224 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21224?
21224 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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