For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,204 students in 21217, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21217, MD are Renaissance Academy, Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts and Frederick Douglass High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21217 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21217, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21217 have a Graduation Rate of 44%, which is less than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Frederick Douglass High School, with 55-59% 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 21217, MD Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Renaissance Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Mcculloh Street
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 984-3164
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 984-3164
Grades: 9-12
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Harlem Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-7701
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-7701
Grades: 9-12
| 296 students
Rank: #33.
Frederick Douglass High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Gwynns Falls Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-7821
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-7821
Grades: 9-12
| 712 students
21217, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1500 Harlem Ave
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 984-2744
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 984-2744
Grades: 9-12
| 397 students
1500 Harlem Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 642-2110
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 642-2110
Grades: 6-12
| 139 students
1624 Eutaw Place
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0779
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0779
Grades: PK-6
| 186 students
701 Gold St
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0800
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0800
Grades: PK-8
| 338 students
1311 N Gilmor St
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0820
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0820
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
1807 Harlem Ave
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-1362
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-1362
Grades: PK-5
| 187 students
1807 Harlem Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 642-2320
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 642-2320
Grades: K-5
| 139 students
Upton School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
811 W Lanvale St
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0775
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0775
Grades: PK-12
| 169 students
2235 N Fulton Ave
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0628
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 396-0628
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21217, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21217, MD include Renaissance Academy, Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts and Frederick Douglass High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21217?
3 public high schools are located in 21217.
What is the racial composition of students in 21217?
21217 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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