For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,653 students in 21208, MD (there are , serving 4,912 private students). 54% of all K-12 students in 21208, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 21208, MD are Fort Garrison Elementary School, Bedford Elementary School and Pikesville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 21208 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21208, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 21208, MD Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Garrison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3310 Woodvalley Dr
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: #22.
Bedford Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7407 Dorman Dr
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Grades: 1-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Pikesville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7621 Labyrinth Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1217
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1217
Grades: 9-12
| 901 students
Rank: #44.
Winand Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8301 Scotts Level Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Grades: PK-5
| 452 students
Rank: #55.
Wellwood International School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Smith Ave
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Grades: K-5
| 438 students
Rank: #66.
Woodholme Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Mt Wilson Ln
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Grades: K-5
| 666 students
Rank: #77.
Sudbrook Magnet Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Bedford Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6720
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6720
Grades: 6-8
| 847 students
Rank: #88.
Pikesville Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Seven Mile Ln
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1207
Pikesville, MD 21208
(443) 809-1207
Grades: 6-8
| 905 students
Rank: #99.
Northwest Academy Of Health Sciences
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4627 Old Court Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Grades: 6-8
| 843 students
21208, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4627 Old Court Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Grades: 6-8
| 1,136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 21208, MD?
The top ranked public schools in 21208, MD include Fort Garrison Elementary School, Bedford Elementary School and Pikesville High School.
How many public schools are located in 21208?
9 public schools are located in 21208.
What percentage of students in 21208 go to public school?
54% of all K-12 students in 21208 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21208?
21208 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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