For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,431 students in 21227, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21227, MD are Lansdowne High School and Maiden Choice School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21227 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21227, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21227 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lansdowne High School, with 76% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21227, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lansdowne High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Hollins Ferry Rd
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(443) 809-1415
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(443) 809-1415
Gr: 9-12 | 1,313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Maiden Choice School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Shelbourne Rd
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(410) 887-1431
Halethorpe, MD 21227
(410) 887-1431
Gr: PK-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21227, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21227, MD include Lansdowne High School and Maiden Choice School.
How many public high schools are located in 21227?
2 public high schools are located in 21227.
What is the racial composition of students in 21227?
21227 public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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