For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 980 students in 21206, MD.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21206, MD are 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 charter schools in zipcode 21206 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 21206, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best 21206, MD Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 21206, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21206, MD include City Neighbors Charter School and Baltimore International Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 21206?
2 public charter schools are located in 21206.
What is the racial composition of students in 21206?
21206 public charter schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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