For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,101 students in 21231, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21231, MD is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21231 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21231, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21231 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, with 81% 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 68% (majority Black).
Best 21231, MD Public High Schools (2026)
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 | 1,101 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 high schools in 21231, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21231, MD include Paul Laurence Dunbar High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21231?
1 public high schools are located in 21231.
What is the racial composition of students in 21231?
21231 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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