Top Schools in Baltimore
Highest-performing schools based on SOL pass rates and academic outcomes (2024)
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
Top-performing school
Baltimore City College
Top school in Baltimore
Western High School
Top school in Baltimore
Roland Park Elementary/Middle
Top school in Baltimore
What This Means for Home Buyers
Homes near top-performing schools in Baltimore command premiums. The best agents in Baltimore know which streets feed into which school zones, and that knowledge can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The median home price in Baltimore is $225K. Homes within the best school boundaries often sell above that median.
While Baltimore's overall school rating is "Average", standout schools like Baltimore Polytechnic Institute still draw strong buyer interest. A local agent can help you target homes near the top performers.
Homes near Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Baltimore City College average just 30 days on market. If schools are a priority for your family, start your search in those zones.
Commute from Baltimore
Baltimore parents: 65-min drive to downtown, MARC (Penn Line, Camden Line).
65 min drive
Rush-hour drive to downtown
Major Highways
I-95, I-695, I-83, I-295, Rt 1
Commuter Rail
MARC (Penn Line, Camden Line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best schools in Baltimore, MD?
Top schools in Baltimore include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Baltimore City College, Western High School, Roland Park Elementary/Middle. Baltimore schools have a 55% average SOL pass rate, earning a "Average" quality rating from smover.
How do Baltimore schools compare to nearby cities?
Baltimore schools have a 55% SOL pass rate with a "Average" quality tier. Compare school quality, home prices, and commute times across neighboring cities on smover's comparison pages. School zone boundaries matter: the best agents in Baltimore know which streets feed into which schools.
Are Baltimore schools worth the higher home prices?
Baltimore has a median home price of $225K. Homes near top-performing schools like Baltimore Polytechnic Institute often command premiums above that median. For families, school quality is one of the strongest predictors of long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets within the best school zones.
What school district is Baltimore, MD in?
Baltimore is served by the county public school system. Top schools include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Baltimore City College. smover verifies agents in Baltimore by real sales data, so you can find someone who specializes in the school zones that matter to your family.
School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports (2024). Enrichment data from the Urban Institute Education Data Portal. Updated annually.