For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,904 students in 21206, MD (there are 6 private schools, serving 813 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 21206, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 21206, MD are Overlea High School, City Neighbors Charter School and Baltimore International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21206 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21206, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21206, MD Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Overlea High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5401 Kenwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21206
(443) 809-5241
Baltimore, MD 21206
(443) 809-5241
Gr: 9-12 | 1,474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
City Neighbors Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Raspe Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 325-2627
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 325-2627
Gr: K-8 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Baltimore International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4410 Frankford Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 426-3650
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 426-3650
Gr: K-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
531 Dale Ave
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-5232
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-5232
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Mccormick Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Hazelwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-0500
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Glenmount Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6211 Walther Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6366
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6366
Gr: PK-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Gardenville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6382
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6382
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Moravia Park Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Frankford Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9096
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9096
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Furley Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Truesdale Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9094
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9094
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4517 Hazelwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9098
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9098
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Truesdale Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(443) 642-2069
Baltimore, MD 21206
(443) 642-2069
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 21206, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21206, MD include Overlea High School, City Neighbors Charter School and Baltimore International Academy.
How many public schools are located in 21206?
11 public schools are located in 21206.
What percentage of students in 21206 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 21206 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21206?
21206 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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