For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,612 students in 21214, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City Neighbors Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Gr: K-8 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Old Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Gr: PK-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21214, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Environmental Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2500 E. Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Gr: 6-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Gr: 6-12
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21214, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21214?
4 public middle schools are located in 21214.
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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