Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, New Era 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Era Academy's student population of 382 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Era Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Era Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1054 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
56%
33%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Era Academy's ranking?
New Era Academy is ranked #1054 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are New Era Academy often compared to?
New Era Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Patterson High School, National Foundation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Era Academy?
The graduation rate of New Era Academy is 45-49%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Era Academy?
382 students attend New Era Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of New Era Academy students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Era Academy?
New Era Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Era Academy offer ?
New Era Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Era Academy part of?
New Era Academy is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is New Era Academy located?
New Era Academy is located in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Hill.
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