For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 1,178 students in 21204, MD.
The top-ranked public high schools in 21204, MD are George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology, Baltimore County Home & Hospital and Bcdc Educational Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 21204 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 56% statewide average). High schools in 21204, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 21204 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is equal to the Maryland average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Maryland or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 21204, MD Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
938 York Rd
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2775
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2775
Gr: 9-12 | 1,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Baltimore County Home & Hospital
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3222
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #33.
Bcdc Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
105 W. Chesapeake Avenue
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-4360
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-4360
Gr: 8-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Ridge/ruxton School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6916 Charles St
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3594
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 887-3594
Gr: PK-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Central Edlp At Loch Raven High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Northeast Edlp At Parkville High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Northwest Edlp At Milford Mill Academy
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Southeast Edlp At Dundalk High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Edlp At Woodlawn High School
Alternative School
105 W Chesapeake Ave
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Towson, MD 21204
(443) 809-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 21204, MD?
The top-ranked public high schools in 21204, MD include George W. Carver Center For Arts & Technology, Baltimore County Home & Hospital and Bcdc Educational Center.
How many public high schools are located in 21204?
9 public high schools are located in 21204.
What is the racial composition of students in 21204?
21204 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public high schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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