Below Average
#1134 of 1,363 schools in MD
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy
Elementary School · Baltimore City Public Schools
701 Gold Street, Baltimore, MD 21217
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,134 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#158 of 267
public schools
In district
#96 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
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Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy
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About Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,134 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy 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.
84% of students at Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy 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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Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy — Students at Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.6%
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: 6.7/10.
How Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy Compares
See how Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy 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
701 Gold Street, Baltimore, MD 21217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Royal Elementary/Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Matthew A. Henson Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,207
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
31,125
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbottston Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Cool Spring Elementary Adelphi, MD | 4.5 |
| Georgetown East Elementary Annapolis, MD | 4.5 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 4.5 |
| Glassmanor Elementary Oxon Hill, MD | 4.5 |
| Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy
What grades does Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy serve?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy rank in MD?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy ranks #1,134 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy a charter school?
No, Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy a Title I school?
No, Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandtown-winchester Achievement Academy?
93.6% of students at Sandtown-winchester Achievement 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 83.5%
- Phone
- (410) 396-0800
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #96 of 149
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