Baltimore City College, known colloquially as City, City College, and B.C.C., is a college preparatory school with a liberal arts focus and selective admissions criteria located in Baltimore, Maryland. Opened in October 1839, B.C.C. is the third-oldest active public high school in the United States.
Serving 1,421 students in grades 9-12, Baltimore City College ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltimore City College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Baltimore City College's student population of 1,421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1839
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Baltimore City College ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltimore City College 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
#317 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
66%
33%
White
15%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Knight, Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore City College's ranking?
Baltimore City College is ranked #317 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore City College often compared to?
Baltimore City Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Polytechnic Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore City College?
The graduation rate of Baltimore City College is 93%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Baltimore City College?
1,421 students attend Baltimore City College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Baltimore City College students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baltimore City College?
Baltimore City College has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore City College offer ?
Baltimore City College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore City College part of?
Baltimore City College is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore City College located?
Baltimore City College is located in the Coldstream Homestead Montebello neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Coldstream Homestead Montebello.
School Reviews
5 10/31/2020
Baltimore city college is as good as any school. Well, any public school. Public school in Baltimore, at least. I mean, except for maybe Poly.
5 4/20/2010
The school has one of the lowest drop out rates in the USA 3%. 70% of graduates attend college
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