Serving 425 students in grades 9-12, Baltimore School For The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltimore School For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Baltimore School For The Arts's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baltimore School For The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltimore School For The Arts is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
54%
33%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore School For The Arts's ranking?
Baltimore School For The Arts is ranked #239 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore School For The Arts often compared to?
Baltimore School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Baltimore City College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Baltimore School For The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Baltimore School For The Arts?
425 students attend Baltimore School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Baltimore School For The Arts students are Black, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baltimore School For The Arts?
Baltimore School For The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore School For The Arts offer ?
Baltimore School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baltimore School For The Arts part of?
Baltimore School For The Arts is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore School For The Arts located?
Baltimore School For The Arts is located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Mount Vernon.
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