Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Baltimore International 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baltimore International Academy's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Baltimore International Academy is committed to providing an academically rigorous, internationally oriented, and socially responsible learning environment that challenges all students to achieve.
School Rankings
Baltimore International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltimore International Academy is 0.35, 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
#1016 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
80%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore International Academy's ranking?
Baltimore International Academy is ranked #1016 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore International Academy often compared to?
Baltimore International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like City Neighbors Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Baltimore International Academy?
749 students attend Baltimore International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Baltimore International Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltimore International Academy?
Baltimore International Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore International Academy offer ?
Baltimore International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore International Academy part of?
Baltimore International Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore International Academy located?
Baltimore International Academy is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Frankford.
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