Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Federal Hill Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Federal Hill Preparatory School serves the southern part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy's student population of 285 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Federal Hill Preparatory Academy is 0.57, 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
#539 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Khaki
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Federal Hill Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy is ranked #539 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Federal Hill Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School, Hampstead Hill Academy, Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Federal Hill Preparatory Academy?
285 students attend Federal Hill Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Federal Hill Preparatory Academy students are Black, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Federal Hill Preparatory Academy?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Federal Hill Preparatory Academy offer ?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Federal Hill Preparatory Academy part of?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Federal Hill Preparatory Academy located?
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy is located in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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