For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,642 students in 21209, MD.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21209, MD are Summit Park Elementary School, The Mount Washington School and Windsor Mill Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 21209 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 21209, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21209, MD Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6920 Diana Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-1210
Gr: PK-5 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
The Mount Washington School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Sulgrave Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 396-6354
Gr: PK-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Windsor Mill Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Windsor Mill Rd
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Baltimore, MD 21209
(410) 887-0000
Gr: 6-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 21209, MD?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 21209, MD include Summit Park Elementary School, The Mount Washington School and Windsor Mill Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 21209?
3 public elementary schools are located in 21209.
What is the racial composition of students in 21209?
21209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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