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 in Baltimore school zones often command premiums. Experienced 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 established school zones 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
Which public schools serve Baltimore, MD?
Public 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: experienced 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 in school zones served by Baltimore Polytechnic Institute often command premiums above that median. For families, school zone is one of the factors that influences long-term home value. The right agent can help you find value pockets across Baltimore 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.