For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,886 students in 21214, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21214, MD are City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City Neighbors Hamilton
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5609 Sefton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2052
Gr: K-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Old Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Gr: PK-8 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Gr: PK-8 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 elementary schools in 21214, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21214, MD include City Neighbors Hamilton, Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21214?
4 public elementary schools are located in 21214.
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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