For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,993 students in 21215, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21215, MD are Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Arlington Elementary School and Milbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21215 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21215, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21215, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3705 W Rogers Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Milbrook Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Crest Heights Rd
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Creative City Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2810 Shirley Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(443) 642-3600
Baltimore, MD 21215
(443) 642-3600
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Park Heights Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Virginia Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Fallstaff Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Gr: PK-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Fernhill Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-ashburton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3935 Hilton Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Pimlico Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Pimlico Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Gr: PK-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21215, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21215, MD include Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Arlington Elementary School and Milbrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21215?
9 public elementary schools are located in 21215.
What is the racial composition of students in 21215?
21215 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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