For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,266 students in 21224, MD.
The top-ranked public high school in 21224, MD is Patterson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 21224 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21224, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21224 have a Graduation Rate of 57%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Patterson High School, with 57% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21224, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patterson High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Kane Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9276
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9276
Gr: 9-12 | 1,266 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
21224, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6820 Fait Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2035
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-2035
Gr: 8-12 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
801 S Highland Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9172
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9172
Gr: 7-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Eastwood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
428 Westham Way
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Gr: PK-5 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
428 Westham Way
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 887-7034
Gr: PK-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
801 S. Highland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-3182
Baltimore, MD 21224
(443) 642-3182
Gr: 6-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
101 S Ellwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9133
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9133
Gr: 6-8 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
6820 Fait Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9291
Baltimore, MD 21224
(410) 396-9291
Gr: 7-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21224, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21224, MD include Patterson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21224?
1 public high schools are located in 21224.
What is the racial composition of students in 21224?
21224 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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