For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,640 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 69% (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 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
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 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
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 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 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 | 1,041 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 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 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 69% (majority Black).
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