- Vincent Farm Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 776 students
- New Town Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 772 students
- Dundalk Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 757 students
- Rossville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 726 students
- Honeygo Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 698 students
- Red House Run Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 694 students
- Woodholme Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 685 students
- Hillcrest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 678 students
- Lyons Mill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 671 students
- Owings Mills Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 666 students
- Westchester Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 662 students
- Mays Chapel Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 657 students
- Catonsville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 653 students
- Stoneleigh Elementary — Grades K–5 · 645 students
- Westowne Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 635 students
- Victory Villa Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 612 students
- Villa Cresta Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 609 students
- Timber Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 608 students
- Chadwick Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 603 students
- Lansdowne Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 603 students
- Pinewood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 598 students
- Johnnycake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 592 students
- Bedford Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 586 students
- Relay Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 581 students
- Sandy Plains Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 580 students
- + 85 more elementary schools
- Perry Hall Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,582 students
- Nottingham Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,279 students
- Franklin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,150 students
- Deer Park Middle Magnet School — Grades 6–8 · 1,127 students
- Dumbarton Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,064 students
- Ridgely Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,039 students
- Arbutus Middle — Grades 6–8 · 974 students
- Pikesville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 943 students
- Cockeysville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 928 students
- Parkville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 900 students
- Hereford Middle — Grades 6–8 · 861 students
- Southwest Academy — Grades 6–8 · 842 students
- Stemmers Run Middle — Grades 6–8 · 831 students
- Middle River Middle — Grades 6–8 · 822 students
- Sudbrook Magnet Middle — Grades 6–8 · 821 students
- Catonsville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 818 students
- Northwest Academy of Health Sciences — Grades 6–8 · 808 students
- Pine Grove Middle — Grades 6–8 · 804 students
- Loch Raven Technical Academy — Grades 6–8 · 722 students
- General John Stricker Middle — Grades 6–8 · 713 students
- Deep Creek Middle — Grades 6–8 · 670 students
- Lansdowne Middle — Grades 6–8 · 661 students
- Windsor Mill Middle — Grades 6–8 · 606 students
- Dundalk Middle — Grades 6–8 · 598 students
- Sparrows Point Middle — Grades 6–8 · 555 students
- + 3 more middle schools
- Dundalk High — Grades 9–12 · 2,087 students
- Perry Hall High — Grades 9–12 · 2,012 students
- Woodlawn High — Grades 9–12 · 1,922 students
- Kenwood High — Grades 9–12 · 1,900 students
- Dulaney High — Grades 9–12 · 1,889 students
- Parkville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,877 students
- Catonsville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,735 students
- Towson High — Grades 9–12 · 1,558 students
- Franklin High — Grades 9–12 · 1,481 students
- Overlea High — Grades 9–12 · 1,474 students
- Milford Mill Academy — Grades 9–12 · 1,471 students
- New Town High — Grades 9–12 · 1,414 students
- Patapsco High and Center for Arts — Grades 9–12 · 1,385 students
- Eastern Technical High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,330 students
- Lansdowne High — Grades 9–12 · 1,313 students
- Hereford High — Grades 9–12 · 1,175 students
- Sparrows Point High — Grades 9–12 · 1,095 students
- Randallstown High — Grades 9–12 · 1,091 students
- Chesapeake High — Grades 9–12 · 1,052 students
- Owings Mills High — Grades 9–12 · 1,040 students
- George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology — Grades 9–12 · 1,017 students
- Western School of Technology — Grades 9–12 · 942 students
- Pikesville High — Grades 9–12 · 908 students
- Loch Raven High — Grades 9–12 · 780 students
- Rosedale Center — Grades 9–12 · 108 students
- + 5 more high schools
- Holabird Middle — Grades 4–8 · 1,027 students
- Watershed Public Charter — Grades K–6 · 366 students
- Wellwood International School — Grades PK–7 · 316 students
- Maiden Choice School — Grades PK–12 · 118 students
- Ridge/Ruxton School — Grades PK–12 · 101 students
- Battle Monument School — Grades PK–12 · 63 students
- BCDC Educational Center — Grades 8–12 · 52 students
with district
with district
with district
| Metric | Baltimore County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 174 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $17,400/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore County Public Schools is the public school district that serves ZIP 21023 in Baltimore, Maryland in Baltimore County County. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Maryland districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Baltimore County Public Schools spends approximately $17,400 per student per year, placing it near the Maryland state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Baltimore County Public Schools qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Baltimore County Public Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Baltimore County Public Schools ranks among Maryland’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Baltimore County Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 21023
Children in zip code 21023 are assigned to Baltimore County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 21023, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Baltimore County Public Schools at (443)809-4554 or visit www.bcps.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Baltimore
For families considering a purchase in the Baltimore area, district assignment matters financially. Because Baltimore County Public Schools serves zip code 21023, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 21023 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Baltimore County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 21023.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Baltimore County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 21023 data.