Serving 314 students in grades 9-12, Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School's student population of 314 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School 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 Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School is 0.13, 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
#1152 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
93%
32%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School's ranking?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School is ranked #1152 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School often compared to?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts, Academy For College And Career Exploration by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School?
The graduation rate of Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School?
314 students attend Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School offer ?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School part of?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School located?
Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School is located in the Harford Echodale Perring Parkway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harford Echodale Perring Parkway.
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