Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Baltimore International Academy West 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 ≤5% (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 Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baltimore International Academy West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Baltimore International Academy West's student population of 239 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Baltimore International Academy West 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 Baltimore International Academy West is 0.17, 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
#1314 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
91%
32%
White
1%
31%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baltimore International Academy West's ranking?
Baltimore International Academy West is ranked #1314 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?
≤5% 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 Baltimore International Academy West?
239 students attend Baltimore International Academy West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Baltimore International Academy West students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baltimore International Academy West?
Baltimore International Academy West has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore International Academy West offer ?
Baltimore International Academy West offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore International Academy West part of?
Baltimore International Academy West is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore International Academy West located?
Baltimore International Academy West is located in the Rognel Heights neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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