For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 645 students in 21231, MD.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21231, MD are The Crossroads School and City Springs Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 21231 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 19%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21231, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 72% (majority Black).
Best 21231, MD Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Crossroads School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
802 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-4924
Gr: 6-8 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
City Springs Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 396-9165
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 21231, MD?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 21231, MD include The Crossroads School and City Springs Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21231?
2 public middle schools are located in 21231.
What is the racial composition of students in 21231?
21231 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 72% (majority Black).
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