For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,976 students in 21231, MD (there are 3 private schools, serving 611 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 21231, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21231, MD are Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, The Crossroads School and Wolfe Street Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21231 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21231, 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 21231, MD Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Orleans Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-4478
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-4478
Gr: 9-12 | 1,087 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
The Crossroads School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
802 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Gr: 6-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Wolfe Street Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
245 S Wolfe Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9140
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9140
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
City Springs Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
21231, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1601 E Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-1720
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-1720
Gr: 6-10 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1601 East Lombard St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-2158
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-2158
Gr: 6-12 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1601 E Lombard St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9261
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9261
Gr: 7-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21231, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21231, MD include Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, The Crossroads School and Wolfe Street Academy.
How many public schools are located in 21231?
4 public schools are located in 21231.
What percentage of students in 21231 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 21231 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21231?
21231 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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