Excellent

#6 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 1% of private schools

Baltimore Lab School

School

2220 SAINT PAUL ST, Baltimore, MD 21218

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

2.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

2.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#6 of 378

In Baltimore

#1 of 59

public schools

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About Baltimore Lab School

Baltimore Lab School is a private school in Baltimore, MD. Baltimore Lab School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Baltimore Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 378 private schools in MD.

What's said publicly about Baltimore Lab School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Baltimore Lab School (BLS) is a nonpublic special education institution serving students in grades 1–12 who have been diagnosed with learning disabilities and ADHD 1 . The school is located in Baltimore, Maryland, within Goucher Hall, which is identified as one of the historic Old Goucher College Buildings 1 . Founded in September 2000, BLS was established as a division of The Lab School of Washington, its parent school located in Washington D.C. 1 . Both institutions were founded by Sally L. Smith, a leader in special education who served as administrator for both schools until her death in 2007 1 .

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How it compares2.5 pts above MD schools

8.8

This school 8.8 · Excellent
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 116 students, Baltimore Lab School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 2.5:1 students to teachers, Baltimore Lab School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Baltimore Lab School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Baltimore Lab School compares to 269 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

2.5:1

This School

14.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

116

This School

564

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.8

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.4% vs 0%

Black 11.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.3% vs 0%

Asian 5.2% vs 0%

Baltimore Lab School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Baltimore Lab School (this school)	—	116	2.5:1	8.8
Dallas F. Nicholas Sr. Elementary	0.2 mi	192	12.8:1	3.0
Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle	0.3 mi	237	11.3:1	6.0
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School	0.5 mi	585	18.9:1	4.5
Cecil Elementary	0.6 mi	338	15.4:1	2.4
Midtown Academy	0.6 mi	181	13.9:1	4.7
Baltimore Design School	0.6 mi	504	14.8:1	7.3
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle	0.6 mi	780	17.7:1	7.4
Barclay Elementary/Middle	0.6 mi	398	14.7:1	4.6
Stadium School	0.8 mi	265	13.2:1	2.7
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys	0.9 mi	279	16.4:1	6.7
Dorothy I. Height Elementary	1.0 mi	432	17.3:1	2.8
Johnston Square Elementary	1.0 mi	244	16.3:1	3.2
Booker T. Washington Middle	1.0 mi	177	9.3:1	6.0
Renaissance Academy	1.0 mi	196	8.9:1	5.2
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary	1.1 mi	282	15.7:1	2.4
Eager Street Academy	1.1 mi	59	6.6:1	5.3
Abbottston Elementary	1.1 mi	338	14.7:1	4.5
Harford Heights Elementary	1.2 mi	404	12.6:1	6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle	1.2 mi	29	2.9:1	—
Baltimore School for the Arts	1.2 mi	431	15.4:1	8.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MD.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,404

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 53%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 116

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.4%

Black 11.2%

Hispanic 10.3%

Two or More 6.0%

Asian 5.2%

Pacific Islander 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2220 SAINT PAUL ST, Baltimore, MD 21218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baltimore Lab School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Baltimore School for the Arts (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Mount Royal Elementary/Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Baltimore Design School (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Dallas F. Nicholas Sr. Elementary Baltimore	0.2 mi	192	3.0
Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle Baltimore	0.3 mi	237	6.0
MOTHER SETON ACADEMY Baltimore	0.4 mi	82	6.3
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore	0.5 mi	585	4.5
Baltimore Design School Baltimore	0.6 mi	504	7.3
Midtown Academy Baltimore	0.6 mi	181	4.7
Barclay Elementary/Middle Baltimore	0.6 mi	398	4.6
Cecil Elementary Baltimore	0.6 mi	338	2.4
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle Baltimore	0.6 mi	780	7.4
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore	0.7 mi	13	—
THE GREENMOUNT SCHOOL Baltimore	0.7 mi	108	6.8
ST FRANCES ACADEMY Baltimore	1.0 mi	207	4.3
Stadium School Baltimore	0.8 mi	265	2.7
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys Baltimore	0.9 mi	279	6.7
Johnston Square Elementary Baltimore	1.0 mi	244	3.2
THE LOYOLA SCHOOL Baltimore	1.1 mi	9	—
Eager Street Academy Baltimore	1.1 mi	59	5.3
Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore	1.2 mi	431	8.0
Booker T. Washington Middle Baltimore	1.0 mi	177	6.0
Renaissance Academy Baltimore	1.0 mi	196	5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,378

Median Home Value

$229,800

Median Rent

$1,239/mo

Population

44,903

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

49.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baltimore Lab School

What grades does Baltimore Lab School serve?

Baltimore Lab School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Baltimore Lab School?

Baltimore Lab School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baltimore Lab School?

The student-teacher ratio at Baltimore Lab School is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Baltimore Lab School rank in MD?

Baltimore Lab School ranks #6 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Baltimore Lab School's MySchoolScout rating?

Baltimore Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Baltimore Lab School a private school?

Yes, Baltimore Lab School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Baltimore Lab School a religious school?

No, Baltimore Lab School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 86 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 12th
Enrollment: 116
Gender Split: 71% M / 29% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 2.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 46
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Baltimore city
Phone: (410) 735-0053

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