Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School in Baltimore, MD, serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a city neighborhood setting.
Founded in 1887, the school is one of the oldest private Christian schools in Baltimore with Baptist orientation and membership in the Association of Christian Schools International.
The school enrolls 136 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 14 teachers on staff.
Zion's student body is 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Maryland for diversity.
Located in the Loch Raven area, the school offers K–12 private education within Baltimore city, providing an option for families seeking a Christian program with small class sizes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School's ranking?
Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School?
The application deadline for Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School located?
Mt. Zion Baptist Christian School is located in the Loch Raven neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other private schools located in Loch Raven.
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Quick Facts
1605 Cromwell Bridge Road
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 882-0807
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 882-0807
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Gr: NS-12 | 287 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 433-2775
Baltimore, MD 21239
(410) 433-2775
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Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 649-3210
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 649-3210
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Bethlehem Christian Day School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
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(410) 488-4445
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(Catholic)
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(410) 668-8466
Towson, MD 21286
(410) 668-8466
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