Holabird Academy

1500 Imla Street
Baltimore, MD 21224
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Holabird 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Holabird Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Holabird Academy's student population of 528 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Holabird 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 Holabird Academy is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#1243 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Holabird Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
4%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Holabird Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
20%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Holabird Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10-14%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Holabird Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
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Hispanic
60%
22%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Holabird Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
32%
33%
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White
4%
33%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Holabird Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Maryland.
0.54
This chart displays the diversity score of Holabird Academy and the public school average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Holabird Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Holabird Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Maryland by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Holabird Academy's ranking?
Holabird Academy is ranked #1243 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Holabird Academy?
528 students attend Holabird Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Holabird Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holabird Academy?
Holabird Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Holabird Academy offer ?
Holabird Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holabird Academy part of?
Holabird Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Holabird Academy located?
Holabird Academy is located in the Broening Manor neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.

School Reviews

5   8/11/2009
Holabird Academy has now grown to 8th grade and continues to be excellent. Our faculty members are some of the best you'll find anywhere. We have the new playground and are currently building basketball courts for our middle school. Our test scores continue to demonstrate that our students are proficient or advanced. Please stop by for a visit!
- Posted by Administrator - Lkrey
5   7/31/2008
Amazing school with an amazing staff. Just wait until you meet the principal. She is young but tough and nice. I feel lucky that my kids can go here. All the students know when they will graduate from college. There used to be problems but everything is great now. You should send your kids here!
- Posted by Parent - mjgla
5   11/4/2007
Holabird Academy is a BCPSS school for college bound students in grade PreK-6. The adminstration is professional, caring, and deeply motivated. The school is in need of some improvements but the dedicated community and staff are actively pursuing new windows and there should be a new playground with in the next year. There is a Gifted and Talented program, Fine Arts Classes, Instrumental music, and 2 computer labs. Please make an appointment to visit a class or just come by to see the progress we have made.
- Posted by Teacher - amgla

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 528 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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