For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,592 students in 21216, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21216, MD are Bard High School Early College, Coppin Academy and William S. Baer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21216 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21216, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21216 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Coppin Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21216, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bard High School Early College
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2801 N Dukeland Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-5040
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-5040
Gr: 9-12 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Coppin Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 W North Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-5060
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-5060
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #33.
William S. Baer School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 N Warwick Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0833
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0833
Gr: PK-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Carver Vocational-technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Presstman Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0553
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0553
Gr: 9-12 | 1,042 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Connexions A Community Based Arts School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2801 N Dukeland Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-1418
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-1418
Gr: 6-12 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21216, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
800 Poplar Grove Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0520
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0520
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Alternative Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1501 Ashburton St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0540
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0540
Gr: 2-5 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
2000 Edgewood Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2938
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2938
Gr: 6-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
2801 N. Dukeland Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2055
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2055
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Dr. Lillie M. Jackson Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1501 Ashburton St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0540
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0540
Gr: 3-5 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
2000 Edgewood St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-3327
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-3327
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2801 North Dukeland St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-3330
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 984-3330
Gr: 10-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2000 Edgewood Street
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2670
Baltimore, MD 21216
(443) 642-2670
Gr: 6-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1101 Braddish Ave
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0519
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0519
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2000 Edgewood St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0723
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0723
Gr: 9-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
2801 N. Dukeland St.
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 545-0955
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 545-0955
Gr: 6-12 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
2000 Edgewood St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0721
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0721
Gr: 9-12 | 1,272 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2801 N Dukeland St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0665
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 396-0665
Gr: 6-8 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Youth Education Academy At Woodbourne (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2801 Dukeland St
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 545-1891
Baltimore, MD 21216
(410) 545-1891
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21216, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21216, MD include Bard High School Early College, Coppin Academy and William S. Baer School.
How many public high schools are located in 21216?
5 public high schools are located in 21216.
What is the racial composition of students in 21216?
21216 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).