For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,726 students in 21214, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors High School, Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School and Reginald F. Lewis High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21214 have a Graduation Rate of 51%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is City Neighbors High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City Neighbors High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2119
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Pinewood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6241
Gr: 9-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #33.
Reginald F. Lewis High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Pioneer Drive
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 545-1746
Gr: 9-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5400
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5400
Gr: 5-12 | 515 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21214, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors High School, Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School and Reginald F. Lewis High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21214?
4 public high schools are located in 21214.
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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