For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,697 students in 21229, MD (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,334 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 21229, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21229, MD are North Bend Elementary Middle School, Violetville Elementary Middle School and Green Street Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21229 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21229, 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 69% (majority Black).
Best 21229, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Bend Elementary Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
181 North Bend Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0376
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0376
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Violetville Elementary Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1207 Pine Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-1416
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-1416
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Green Street Academy
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 N Hilton Street
Baltimore, MD 21229
(443) 642-2068
Baltimore, MD 21229
(443) 642-2068
Gr: 6-12 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3510 W Mulberry Street
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0508
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0508
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Edmondson-westside High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 N Athol Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0685
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0685
Gr: 9-12 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
605 Dryden Drive
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0534
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0534
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Wildwood Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 Wildwood Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0503
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0503
Gr: PK-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Baltimore International Academy West
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Sidehill Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 291-2440
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 291-2440
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Beechfield Elementary Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 S Beechfield Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0525
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0525
Gr: PK-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
21229, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Catonsville Education Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
605 S Chapelgate Ln
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 368-7900
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 368-7900
Gr: 9-12
4300 Sidehill Rd
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0528
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0528
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
3434 Old Frederick Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0511
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0511
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21229, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21229, MD include North Bend Elementary Middle School, Violetville Elementary Middle School and Green Street Academy.
How many public schools are located in 21229?
9 public schools are located in 21229.
What percentage of students in 21229 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 21229 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21229?
21229 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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