Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sandtown-winchester Achievement 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Sandtown-winchester Achievement 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 Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is 0.06, 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
#1335 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
97%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy's ranking?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is ranked #1335 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
405 students attend Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy offer ?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy part of?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy located?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is located in the Sandtown Winchester neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandtown Winchester.
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