For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 903 students in 21212, MD.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21212, MD are Tunbridge Public Charter School and Govans Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 21212 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 21212, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best 21212, MD Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tunbridge Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5504 York Road
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 323-8692
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 323-8692
Gr: PK-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Govans Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5801 York Road
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6396
Baltimore, MD 21212
(410) 396-6396
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 21212, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21212, MD include Tunbridge Public Charter School and Govans Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 21212?
2 public charter schools are located in 21212.
What is the racial composition of students in 21212?
21212 public charter schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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