Serving 933 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hampstead Hill Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hampstead Hill Academy serves the southeastern part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 6.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampstead Hill Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hampstead Hill Academy's student population of 933 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
933 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Busy Building Community
School Rankings
Hampstead Hill Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampstead Hill Academy is 0.71, 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
#270 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampstead Hill Academy's ranking?
Hampstead Hill Academy is ranked #270 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hampstead Hill Academy often compared to?
Hampstead Hill Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Patterson Park Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hampstead Hill Academy?
933 students attend Hampstead Hill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hampstead Hill Academy students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampstead Hill Academy?
Hampstead Hill Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampstead Hill Academy offer ?
Hampstead Hill Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampstead Hill Academy part of?
Hampstead Hill Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hampstead Hill Academy located?
Hampstead Hill Academy is located in the Canton neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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