For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,908 students in 21209, MD.
The top ranked public high schools in 21209, MD are Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Western High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 21209 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21209, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 21209 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Maryland average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
(Math: 58% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1400 W Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7026
Grades: 9-12
| 1,580 students
Rank: #22.
Western High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4600 Falls Road
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-7040
Grades: 9-12
| 1,328 students
21209, Maryland ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-0670
Grades: 7-8
| 296 students
4701 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 545-3669
Grades: 5-8
| 512 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 21209, MD?
The top ranked public high schools in 21209, MD include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Western High School.
How many public high schools are located in 21209?
2 public high schools are located in 21209.
What is the racial composition of students in 21209?
21209 public high schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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