The Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, colloquially referred to as BPI, Poly, and The Institute, is a US public high school founded in 1883.
Serving 1,580 students in grades 9-12, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute 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 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 1,580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute's student population of 1,580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1883
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is 0.60, 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
#65 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
59%
33%
White
19%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: "poly Parrot"
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore Polytechnic Institute's ranking?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is ranked #65 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore Polytechnic Institute often compared to?
Baltimore Polytechnic Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore City College, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute?
The graduation rate of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is 98%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Baltimore Polytechnic Institute?
1,580 students attend Baltimore Polytechnic Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baltimore Polytechnic Institute?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore Polytechnic Institute offer ?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore Polytechnic Institute part of?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore Polytechnic Institute located?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is located in the Cross Keys neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Cross Keys.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
The best Engineering school in the whole Baltimore City! I recommend this high school very much as a student of the Class of 2023.
5 11/19/2018
The school has one of the lowest drop out rates in USA 1%. 98% of graduates attend school. 82% are offered full ride scholarships!
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