Serving 488 students in grades 8-12, Baltimore Community High School 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 was 15-19% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(15-16)19%
16%
Black
(15-16)78%
34%
White
(15-16)3%
39%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
4%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)30-34%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
44%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MD state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore Community High School?
The graduation rate of Baltimore Community High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 88%.
How many students attend Baltimore Community High School?
488 students attend Baltimore Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Baltimore Community High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltimore Community High School?
Baltimore Community High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore Community High School offer ?
Baltimore Community High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Baltimore Community High School part of?
Baltimore Community High School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
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