Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wolfe Street 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolfe Street Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wolfe Street Academy's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Mascot
James Wolfe
School Rankings
Wolfe Street 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 Wolfe Street Academy is 0.25, 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
#1140 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
86%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
2%
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
78%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: James Wolfe
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolfe Street Academy's ranking?
Wolfe Street Academy is ranked #1140 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wolfe Street Academy often compared to?
Wolfe Street Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hampstead Hill 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Wolfe Street Academy?
234 students attend Wolfe Street Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wolfe Street Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wolfe Street Academy?
Wolfe Street Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wolfe Street Academy offer ?
Wolfe Street Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wolfe Street Academy part of?
Wolfe Street Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wolfe Street Academy located?
Wolfe Street Academy is located in the Upper Fells Point neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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