For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,677 students in 21214, MD (there are , serving 114 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 21214, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
City Neighbors Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Grades: K-8
| 235 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Old Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Grades: PK-8
| 837 students
Rank: #33.
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Pinewood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Grades: 9-12
| 202 students
Rank: #44.
City Neighbors High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Grades: 9-12
| 419 students
Rank: #55.
Reginald F. Lewis High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Pioneer Drive
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Grades: 9-12
| 444 students
Rank: #66.
Baltimore International Academy West
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Sidehill Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 278-9417
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 278-9417
Grades: K-8
| 207 students
Rank: #77.
Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Grades: PK-8
| 333 students
21214, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academic Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Grades: 9-12
| 684 students
Dr. Samuel L. Banks High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5000 Truesdale Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Grades: 9-12
| 625 students
Environmental Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Grades: 9-12
| 718 students
2500 E. Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Grades: 6-12
| 306 students
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Grades: 9-12
| 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21214, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School.
How many public schools are located in 21214?
7 public schools are located in 21214.
What percentage of students in 21214 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 21214 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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