Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, Coppin Academy 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coppin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Coppin Academy's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coppin Academy 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 Coppin Academy 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
#1158 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
97%
33%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Coppin Academy's ranking?
Coppin Academy is ranked #1158 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Coppin Academy often compared to?
Coppin Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Connexions A Community Based Arts School 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coppin Academy?
The graduation rate of Coppin Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Coppin Academy?
337 students attend Coppin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Coppin Academy students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coppin Academy?
Coppin Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coppin Academy offer ?
Coppin Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Coppin Academy part of?
Coppin Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Coppin Academy located?
Coppin Academy is located in the Mondawmin neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Mondawmin.
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