For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,676 students in 21229, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21229, MD are Green Street Academy and Edmondson-westside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21229 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21229, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21229 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Green Street Academy, with 90-94% 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 21229, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Street Academy
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 N Hilton Street
Baltimore, MD 21229
(443) 642-2068
Baltimore, MD 21229
(443) 642-2068
Gr: 6-12 | 818 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Edmondson-westside High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 N Athol Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0685
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0685
Gr: 9-12 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21229, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Catonsville Education Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
605 S Chapelgate Ln
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 368-7900
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 368-7900
Gr: 9-12
4300 Sidehill Rd
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0528
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0528
Gr: PK-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
3434 Old Frederick Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0511
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0511
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21229, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21229, MD include Green Street Academy and Edmondson-westside High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21229?
2 public high schools are located in 21229.
What is the racial composition of students in 21229?
21229 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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