For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,548 students in 21239, MD.
The top ranked public middle schools in 21239, MD are Northwood Elementary School and Leith Walk 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 21239 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Maryland public middle school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 21239, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle school average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21239, MD Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Loch Raven Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 396-6377
Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 396-6377
Grades: PK-7
| 586 students
Rank: #22.
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5915 Glennor Road
Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 396-6380
Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 396-6380
Grades: PK-8
| 962 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 21239, MD?
The top ranked public middle schools in 21239, MD include Northwood Elementary School and Leith Walk Elementary Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 21239?
2 public middle schools are located in 21239.
What is the racial composition of students in 21239?
21239 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public middle schools average of 71% (majority Black).
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