Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, Joseph C. Briscoe 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 ≤20% (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 1:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy's student population of 22 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph C. Briscoe 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 Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is 0.10, 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
#961 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
95%
33%
White
n/a
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 Joseph C. Briscoe Academy's ranking?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is ranked #961 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Joseph C. Briscoe Academy often compared to?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?
The graduation rate of Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?
22 students attend Joseph C. Briscoe Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Joseph C. Briscoe Academy students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph C. Briscoe Academy offer ?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph C. Briscoe Academy part of?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph C. Briscoe Academy located?
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is located in the Heritage Crossing neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Heritage Crossing.
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