Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Vanguard Collegiate Middle 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 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- 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
Top Rankings
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School's student population of 315 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School 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 Vanguard Collegiate Middle School is 0.34, 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
4%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
81%
33%
White
5%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
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
85%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vanguard Collegiate Middle School's ranking?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School is ranked #1333 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Vanguard Collegiate Middle School often compared to?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary Middle School, Glenmount 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).
How many students attend Vanguard Collegiate Middle School?
315 students attend Vanguard Collegiate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vanguard Collegiate Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanguard Collegiate Middle School?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vanguard Collegiate Middle School offer ?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vanguard Collegiate Middle School part of?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Vanguard Collegiate Middle School located?
Vanguard Collegiate Middle School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Frankford.
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