Needs Improvement
#1224 of 1,363 schools in MD
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School
High School · Baltimore City Public Schools
2801 N Dukeland Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,224 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#189 of 267
public schools
In district
#115 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
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Connexions: a Community Based Arts School
High School in Baltimore · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bard High School Early College
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Gwynns Falls Elementary
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About Connexions: a Community Based Arts School
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School is a public high school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Connexions: a Community Based Arts School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Connexions: a Community Based Arts School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,224 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Connexions: a Community Based Arts School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
76% of students at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Connexions: a Community Based Arts School — Students at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Connexions: a Community Based Arts School Compares
See how Connexions: a Community Based Arts School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2801 N Dukeland Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Connexions: a Community Based Arts School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bard High School Early College (rated 7.6/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coppin Academy (rated 4.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frederick Douglass High (rated 4.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bard High School Early College Baltimore | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Gwynns Falls Elementary Baltimore | 0.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Coppin Academy Baltimore | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Hilton Elementary Baltimore | 0.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Frederick Douglass High Baltimore | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Robert W. Coleman Elementary Baltimore | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| William S. Baer School Baltimore | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-Ashburton Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Rosemont Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| KIPP Harmony Academy Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgewood Elementary Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Creative City Public Charter School Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Belmont Elementary Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Carver Vocational-Technical High Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Katherine Johnson Global Academy Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Matthew A. Henson Elementary Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Windsor Hills Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Billie Holiday Elementary Baltimore | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Liberty Elementary Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BALTIMORE JUNIOR ACADEMY Baltimore | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,440
Median Home Value
$148,800
Median Rent
$1,160/mo
Population
27,296
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
46.9%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frederick Douglass High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| ST MARYS HIGH SCHOOL Annapolis, MD | 4.5 |
| Coppin Academy Baltimore, MD | 4.6 |
| Center for Career & Technical Education Cresaptown, MD | 4.7 |
| ARCHBISHOP CURLEY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 5.0 |
| JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Bel Air, MD | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Connexions: a Community Based Arts School
What grades does Connexions: a Community Based Arts School serve?
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Connexions: a Community Based Arts School?
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School?
The student-teacher ratio at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Connexions: a Community Based Arts School rank in MD?
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School ranks #1,224 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Connexions: a Community Based Arts School's MySchoolScout rating?
Connexions: a Community Based Arts School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Connexions: a Community Based Arts School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Connexions: a Community Based Arts School a charter school?
Yes, Connexions: a Community Based Arts School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Connexions: a Community Based Arts School a Title I school?
No, Connexions: a Community Based Arts School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Connexions: a Community Based Arts School?
86.5% of students at Connexions: a Community Based Arts School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 524
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.3%
- Phone
- (443) 984-1418
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #115 of 149
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