For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 683 students in 21223, MD.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21223, MD are Southwest Baltimore Charter School and Frederick Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 21223 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Maryland public charter school average of 17%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 36% statewide average). Charter schools in 21223, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter school average of 89% (majority Black).
Best 21223, MD Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwest Baltimore Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Herkimer Street
Baltimore, MD 21223
(443) 984-3385
Baltimore, MD 21223
(443) 984-3385
Gr: PK-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Frederick Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Frederick Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21223
(410) 396-0830
Baltimore, MD 21223
(410) 396-0830
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 21223, MD?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 21223, MD include Southwest Baltimore Charter School and Frederick Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 21223?
2 public charter schools are located in 21223.
What is the racial composition of students in 21223?
21223 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public charter schools average of 89% (majority Black).
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