Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-8, City Neighbors Hamilton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City Neighbors Hamilton ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
City Neighbors Hamilton's student population of 250 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
City Neighbors Hamilton 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 City Neighbors Hamilton is 0.59, 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
#810 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
57%
32%
White
29%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City Neighbors Hamilton's ranking?
City Neighbors Hamilton is ranked #810 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend City Neighbors Hamilton?
250 students attend City Neighbors Hamilton.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of City Neighbors Hamilton students are Black, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of City Neighbors Hamilton?
City Neighbors Hamilton has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does City Neighbors Hamilton offer ?
City Neighbors Hamilton offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is City Neighbors Hamilton part of?
City Neighbors Hamilton is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is City Neighbors Hamilton located?
City Neighbors Hamilton is located in the Mosher neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Mosher.
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