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#293 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 21% in state

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School

Middle School · Baltimore City Public Schools

2200 Sinclair Lane, Baltimore, MD 21213

Charter

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#293 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#21 of 267

public schools

In district

#10 of 149

Baltimore City Public Schools

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Middle School in Baltimore · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lillie May Carroll Jackson School

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is a public middle school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Lillie May Carroll Jackson School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillie May Carroll Jackson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Lillie May Carroll Jackson School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Lillie May Carroll Jackson 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.

Lillie May Carroll Jackson 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.76 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.3% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.2% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,977

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School — Students at Lillie May Carroll Jackson School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 2.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 16.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 16 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
2%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
0.5%
ELA
21%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
26.2%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Lillie May Carroll Jackson School Compares

See how Lillie May Carroll Jackson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
79th percentile in MD
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2200 Sinclair Lane, Baltimore, MD 21213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lillie May Carroll Jackson School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Stadium School (rated 2.7/10, 1.0 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 Rating
The Reach! Partnership School Baltimore 0.4 mi 4.8
Harford Heights Elementary Baltimore 0.4 mi 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi
Collington Square Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.5 mi 5.5
Lakewood Elementary Baltimore 0.5 mi 7.2
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 4.0
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.6
Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership Baltimore 0.9 mi 6.2
THE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Baltimore 0.7 mi 6.8
THE H.O.P.E. ACADEMY BALTIMORE, INC. Baltimore 0.7 mi 4.1
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys Baltimore 0.8 mi 6.7
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 2.4
Baltimore City College Baltimore 0.9 mi 7.9
Abbottston Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.5
Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 4.3
Stadium School Baltimore 1.0 mi 2.7
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High Baltimore 1.2 mi 3.1
The Green School of Baltimore Baltimore 1.0 mi 7.6
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Baltimore 1.2 mi 7.5
Cecil Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 2.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,031

Median Home Value

$134,900

Median Rent

$1,253/mo

Population

27,881

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

38

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys Baltimore, MD 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lillie May Carroll Jackson School

What grades does Lillie May Carroll Jackson School serve?

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lillie May Carroll Jackson School rank in MD?

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School ranks #293 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lillie May Carroll Jackson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillie May Carroll Jackson School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School a charter school?

Yes, Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Lillie May Carroll Jackson School a Title I school?

No, Lillie May Carroll Jackson School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillie May Carroll Jackson School?

78.4% of students at Lillie May Carroll Jackson 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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