For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,590 students in 21231, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21231, MD are The Crossroads School, Wolfe Street Academy and Commodore John Rodgers Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21231 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21231, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21231, MD Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Crossroads School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
802 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Grades: 6-8
| 163 students
Rank: #22.
Wolfe Street Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
245 S Wolfe Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9140
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9140
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #33.
Commodore John Rodgers Elementary Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 N Chester Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9300
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9300
Grades: PK-8
| 756 students
Rank: #44.
City Springs Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Grades: PK-8
| 437 students
21231, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1601 E Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-1720
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-1720
Grades: 6-10
| 94 students
1601 East Lombard St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-2158
Baltimore, MD 21231
(443) 642-2158
Grades: 6-12
| 363 students
1601 E Lombard St
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9261
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9261
Grades: 7-8
| 241 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 21231, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 21231, MD include The Crossroads School, Wolfe Street Academy and Commodore John Rodgers Elementary Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21231?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21231.
What is the racial composition of students in 21231?
21231 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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