Serving 890 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hampstead Hill Academy's student population of 890 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Hampstead Hill Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampstead Hill Academy is 0.70, 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
#370 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
37%
23%
Black
16%
33%
White
38%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampstead Hill Academy's ranking?
Hampstead Hill Academy is ranked #370 out of 1,347 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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?
890 students attend Hampstead Hill Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hampstead Hill Academy students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% 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 19:1, 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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