Serving 180 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 is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West's student population of 180 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West 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 Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West is 0.06, 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
#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
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
97%
33%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
46%
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
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 schools are Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West often compared to?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy Westis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Vocational-technical High School, Benjamin Franklin High School At Masonville Cove by visitors of our site.
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?
180 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, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West?
Bluford Drew Jemison Stem Academy West has a student ration of 9:1, 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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