For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,745 students in 21228, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21228, MD are Western School Of Technology, Catonsville High School and Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21228 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21228, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21228 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western School Of Technology, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21228, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western School Of Technology
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 Kenwood Ave
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 809-0840
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 809-0840
Gr: 9-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Catonsville High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
421 Bloomsbury Ave
Catonsville, MD 21228
(410) 887-0808
Catonsville, MD 21228
(410) 887-0808
Gr: 9-12 | 1,735 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 S Rolling Rd
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 809-0934
Catonsville, MD 21228
(443) 809-0934
Gr: 9-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21228, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21228, MD include Western School Of Technology, Catonsville High School and Catonsville Center For Alternative Studies.
How many public high schools are located in 21228?
3 public high schools are located in 21228.
What is the racial composition of students in 21228?
21228 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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