Serving 1,494 students in grades 9-12, Baltimore City College ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,494 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Baltimore City College's student population of 1,494 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Baltimore City College ranks within the top 5% of all 1,343 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 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#59 out of 1343 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
66%
33%
White
17%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore City College's ranking?
Baltimore City College is ranked #59 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore City College?
The graduation rate of Baltimore City College is 96%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Baltimore City College?
1,494 students attend Baltimore City College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Baltimore City College students are Black, 17% of students are White, 12% 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 21:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Baltimore City College part of?
Baltimore City College is part of Baltimore City Public Schools 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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