National Academy Foundation School is a public secondary school located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is based on the National Academy Foundation educational design to have "small learning communities." The school was launched in 2002 and was housed in the Port Discovery building in Downtown Baltimore.
Serving 753 students in grades 6-12, National Academy Foundation 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
National Academy Foundation's student population of 753 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
White, Green, Grey
School Rankings
National Academy Foundation ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of National Academy Foundation is 0.52, 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
#1333 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
57%
23%
Black
40%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Screamin Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Academy Foundation's ranking?
National Academy Foundation is ranked #1333 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are National Academy Foundation often compared to?
National Academy Foundationis often viewed alongside schools like Leith Walk Elementary Middle School, Hamilton Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of National Academy Foundation?
The graduation rate of National Academy Foundation is 50-54%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend National Academy Foundation?
753 students attend National Academy Foundation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of National Academy Foundation students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of National Academy Foundation?
National Academy Foundation has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does National Academy Foundation offer ?
National Academy Foundation offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is National Academy Foundation part of?
National Academy Foundation is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is National Academy Foundation located?
National Academy Foundation is located in the Dunbar Broadway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunbar Broadway.
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