For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,338 students in 21208, MD (there are , serving 4,889 private students). 52% of all K-12 students in 21208, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21208, MD are Fort Garrison Elementary School, Pikesville High School and Winand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21208 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21208, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21208, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Garrison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3310 Woodvalley Dr
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Pikesville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7621 Labyrinth Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1217
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1217
Gr: 9-12 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Winand Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8301 Scotts Level Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Wellwood International School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Smith Ave
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Sudbrook Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Bedford Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6720
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6720
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Woodholme Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Mt Wilson Ln
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #77.
Pikesville Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Seven Mile Ln
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1207
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1207
Gr: 6-8 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Northwest Academy Of Health Sciences
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4627 Old Court Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Gr: 6-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
21208, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7407 Dorman Dr
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Gr: 1-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4627 Old Court Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Gr: 6-8 | 1,136 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21208, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21208, MD include Fort Garrison Elementary School, Pikesville High School and Winand Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21208?
8 public schools are located in 21208.
What percentage of students in 21208 go to public school?
52% of all K-12 students in 21208 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21208?
21208 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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