Schools in Zip Code 21219

The four public schools in zip code 21219, serving the Sparrows Point and Edgemere area, are part of the Baltimore County Public Schools district and include two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, with a total enrollment of about 2,453 students.

Chesapeake Terrace Elementary stands out as the top academic performer in the area, with the highest math (40.6%) and ELA (50%) proficiency rates among elementary schools and a rising state ranking. Edgemere Elementary also impresses with math scores that have recently doubled the district average. However, this strong elementary foundation is lost by middle school. Sparrows Point Middle sees math proficiency drop to just 11.3%, well below the district average, though it runs a strong Algebra I program for advanced students. Sparrows Point High boasts a high graduation rate (94.1%) but struggles academically, with only 4.3% of students proficient in math, suggesting a focus on retention over rigorous learning.

Chronic absenteeism is a critical issue, with Sparrows Point High (29.1%) and Sparrows Point Middle (25.7%) having rates above the district average, while the elementary schools have much lower rates (12-15%). Per-student spending is high across all schools, ranging from $16,692 to $18,176, indicating significant investment. The data suggests that addressing chronic absenteeism at the secondary level is the most impactful step to improve academic outcomes in this community.