Serving 139 students in grades 6-12, Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤5% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 was lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1298 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
97%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West's ranking?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West is ranked #1298 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West?
The graduation rate of Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West is 40-49%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West?
139 students attend Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West offer ?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West part of?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West located?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West is located in the Harlem Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harlem Park.
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