Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is a magnet high school that opened its doors for gifted art students in August 2009.
Serving 330 students in grades 9-12, Barbara Ingram School For The Arts ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts's student population of 330 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Ingram School For The Arts is 0.51, 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
#133 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
68%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Ingram School For The Arts's ranking?
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts is ranked #133 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Barbara Ingram School For The Arts often compared to?
Barbara Ingram School For The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like North Hagerstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Barbara Ingram School For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Barbara Ingram School For The Arts is 95%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Barbara Ingram School For The Arts?
330 students attend Barbara Ingram School For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Barbara Ingram School For The Arts students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Ingram School For The Arts?
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barbara Ingram School For The Arts offer ?
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barbara Ingram School For The Arts part of?
Barbara Ingram School For The Arts is part of Washington County School District.
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