Schools

A Parents’ Guide to School Options

Baltimore City offers a variety of education options for families. We’ve put together a quick 5-minute video to help parents understand Baltimore City’s school options. This includes traditional public schools, public charter schools, independent, private, or parochial schools, and homeschooling. Families can also use this school guide to help you discover where to begin, your school options, and how to choose a Baltimore City school using your location and priorities.

 

Types of Schools in Baltimore

Public Zoned Schools
Increasing numbers of families are flocking to high-quality, neighborhood schools in Baltimore. While elementary schools in Baltimore City are zoned, middle and high schools accept students through the citywide choice process.
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Public Charter Schools
Baltimore City boasts one of the most successful charter school networks in the U.S. Interested in a specific educational philosophy or program offering? The public charter system may be right for your family.
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Private Schools
From parochial to secular, single-sex to mixed-gender, rich-in-history to newly founded, the city's private and independent schools offer a wide variety of options to Baltimore families. In fact, Baltimore boasts some of the top-rated private schools in the U.S.
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The great news is—whether you land on a zoned school, a charter school, or a private school the only “right choice” is the one that’s right for you. Looking for more kid-friendly resources and information? Subscribe to our I ❤️ City Life with Kids Newsletter.
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