National Academy Foundation School is a public secondary school located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is based on the National Academy Foundation educational design to have "small learning communities." The school was launched in 2002 and was housed in the Port Discovery building in Downtown Baltimore.
Serving 801 students in grades 6-12, National Academy Foundation 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The National Academy Foundation's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Baltimore, MD, covering approximately 92.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
National Academy Foundation's student population of 801 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
National Academy Foundation 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 National Academy Foundation is 0.52, 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
#1288 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-44%
85.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Grey
School Mascot
Screamin Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Academy Foundation's ranking?
National Academy Foundation is ranked #1288 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are National Academy Foundation often compared to?
National Academy Foundationis often viewed alongside schools like Leith Walk Elementary Middle School, Hamilton Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of National Academy Foundation?
The graduation rate of National Academy Foundation is 40-44%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 85.8%.
How many students attend National Academy Foundation?
801 students attend National Academy Foundation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of National Academy Foundation students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of National Academy Foundation?
National Academy Foundation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does National Academy Foundation offer ?
National Academy Foundation offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is National Academy Foundation part of?
National Academy Foundation is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is National Academy Foundation located?
National Academy Foundation is located in the Dunbar Broadway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunbar Broadway.
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