Clay Hill Public Charter School

Clay Hill Public Charter School serves 293 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Baltimore, Maryland. Its composite score of 9.2 out of 10 earns an Exceptional rating — driven by an academic score of 8.1 and a perfect 10.0 growth score, the highest possible mark on the platform. That growth score isn't just a number: it reflects consistent, measurable gains students make year over year, not just strong outcomes from a favorable starting point.

The school's 12.7-to-1 student-teacher ratio gives teachers the bandwidth to track individual progress and act early when students need support. In a state with 1,363 public schools, Clay Hill ranks #25 overall, outperforming 98% of Maryland schools — a standard that holds when the comparison narrows to elementary schools specifically, where it places #25 of 882 statewide. Among Baltimore's 267 public schools, Clay Hill ranks #2 — placing it at the very top of the city regardless of school type or funding model.

Parents comparing elementary options across Baltimore will find few schools that match this combination of academic performance and sustained growth.

Clay Hill Public Charter School is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.