For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 800 students in 21205, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21205, MD are Claremont School and National Academy Foundation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21205 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21205, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21205 have a Graduation Rate of 43%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Claremont School, with <50% 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 Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21205, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Claremont School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5301 Erdman Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 545-3380
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 545-3380
Grades: 9-12
| 47 students
Rank: #22.
National Academy Foundation
(Math: 5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
540 N Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21205
(443) 984-1594
Baltimore, MD 21205
(443) 984-1594
Grades: 6-12
| 753 students
21205, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 North Caroline St
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 396-9296
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 396-9296
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21205, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21205, MD include Claremont School and National Academy Foundation.
How many public high schools are located in 21205?
2 public high schools are located in 21205.
What is the racial composition of students in 21205?
21205 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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