Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Midtown Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midtown Academy's student population of 184 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Midtown Academy 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 Midtown Academy is 0.22, 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
#794 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
88%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-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
Sports
Colors
Navy, White, and Gray
School Mascot
Unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown Academy's ranking?
Midtown Academy is ranked #794 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Midtown Academy often compared to?
Midtown Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Royal Elementary Middle School, Kipp Harmony Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Midtown Academy?
184 students attend Midtown Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Midtown Academy students are Black, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midtown Academy?
Midtown Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midtown Academy offer ?
Midtown Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midtown Academy part of?
Midtown Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Midtown Academy located?
Midtown Academy is located in the Bolton Hill neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Bolton Hill.
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