Serving 828 students in grades 6-12, National Academy Foundation 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
National Academy Foundation's student population of 828 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
National Academy Foundation 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 National Academy Foundation is 0.53, 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
#1333 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Black
45%
33%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Academy Foundation's ranking?
National Academy Foundation is ranked #1333 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are National Academy Foundation often compared to?
National Academy Foundationis often viewed alongside schools like Leith Walk Elementary Middle School, Hamilton Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of National Academy Foundation?
The graduation rate of National Academy Foundation is 50-54%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend National Academy Foundation?
828 students attend National Academy Foundation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of National Academy Foundation students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of National Academy Foundation?
National Academy Foundation has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does National Academy Foundation offer ?
National Academy Foundation offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is National Academy Foundation part of?
National Academy Foundation is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is National Academy Foundation located?
National Academy Foundation is located in the Dunbar Broadway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunbar Broadway.
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