For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 2,024 students in 21204, MD (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,896 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 21204, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21204, MD are West Towson Elementary School, Riderwood Elementary School and George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21204 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21204, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21204, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Towson Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6916 North Charles Street
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3893
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3893
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Riderwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1711 Landrake Rd
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3568
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3568
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
938 York Rd
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2775
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2775
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Baltimore County Home & Hospital
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #55.
Bcdc Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-4360
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-4360
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Home Assignments-secondary
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-7515
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-7515
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Ridge/ruxton School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6916 Charles St
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3594
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3594
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Central Edlp At Loch Raven High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Home Assignments-elementary
Alternative School
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Gr: 4 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Edlp At Parkville High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 10-12 | 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northwest Edlp At Milford Mill Academy
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Southeast Edlp At Dundalk High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Edlp At Woodlawn High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 10 | 1 student
21204, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Afternoon Group Learning Centers (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-2270
Gr: Inquire with school
Extended Day Learning Program (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21204, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21204, MD include West Towson Elementary School, Riderwood Elementary School and George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology.
How many public schools are located in 21204?
13 public schools are located in 21204.
What percentage of students in 21204 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 21204 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21204?
21204 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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