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Joseph C. Briscoe Academy

High School · Baltimore City Public Schools

900 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21201

Enrollment

22

Student-Teacher

1.5:1

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

About Joseph C. Briscoe Academy

Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is a public high school in Baltimore, MD, part of the Baltimore City Public Schools. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 1.5:1.

Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 10% in reading/language arts. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $44,722, where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 22 students, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 1.5:1, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
22 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.5:1
Address
900 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone
(410) 396-0774
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MD EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 10.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: N/A.

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
2:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

Location

900 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph C. Briscoe Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Renaissance Academy (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away). Another option is Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy West (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, Baltimore School for the Arts (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary Baltimore 0.1 mi 5.9
Booker T. Washington Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi 7.1
Renaissance Academy Baltimore 0.4 mi 6.1
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy Baltimore 0.3 mi 6.9
Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women Baltimore 0.4 mi 4.8
Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore 0.4 mi 6.0
MOTHER MARY LANGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baltimore 0.5 mi 4.1
ST JOHN SCHOOL Baltimore 0.5 mi 6.5
Midtown Academy Baltimore 0.7 mi 5.0
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 5.7
THE LOYOLA SCHOOL Baltimore 0.6 mi
Excel Academy at Francis M. Wood High Baltimore 0.7 mi 6.0
James McHenry Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.9 mi 6.1
Dorothy I. Height Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.9
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore 0.9 mi 7.1
Harlem Park Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.9 mi 7.0
Baltimore Design School Baltimore 1.0 mi 5.6
Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts Baltimore 0.9 mi 5.5
Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy West Baltimore 0.9 mi 6.1
ST FRANCES ACADEMY Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,722

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,282/mo

Population

17,819

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

11%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

32.5%

Median Age

32.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Joseph C. Briscoe Academy has a median household income of $44,722. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,900, with a median rent of $1,282/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph C. Briscoe Academy

What grades does Joseph C. Briscoe Academy serve?

Joseph C. Briscoe Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?

Joseph C. Briscoe Academy has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is 1.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

What are the test scores at Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy has 10.0% math proficiency and 10.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Joseph C. Briscoe Academy a charter school?

No, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph C. Briscoe Academy a Title I school?

No, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph C. Briscoe Academy?

90.9% of students at Joseph C. Briscoe Academy 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,784/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Baltimore). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city
Data Year
2023–2024

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