Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts's student population of 296 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1162 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
95%
33%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts's ranking?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts is ranked #1162 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts often compared to?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For College And Career Exploration, Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts?
The graduation rate of Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts is 35-39%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts?
296 students attend Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts offer ?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts part of?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts located?
Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts is located in the Harlem Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harlem Park.
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