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#1331 of 1,363 schools in MD

Stadium School

Middle School · Baltimore City Public Schools

1400 Exeter Hall Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

2.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,331 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#246 of 267

public schools

In district

#138 of 149

Baltimore City Public Schools

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Stadium School

2.7/10

Middle School in Baltimore · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys

6.7/10

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4.5/10

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About Stadium School

Stadium School is a public middle school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Stadium School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Stadium School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,331 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Stadium School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.7 pts below district
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

96% of students at Stadium 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading vs. State Avg-39.4 pts
Overall Proficiency6% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,977
Chronic Absenteeism95.8%

Stadium School — Students at Stadium School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 27 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
4%
ELA
8%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
0.5%
ELA
6%
2025
ELA
11.7%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Stadium School Compares

See how Stadium School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.7/10
2th percentile in MD
Academic
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
95.8%

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

1400 Exeter Hall Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stadium School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lillie May Carroll Jackson School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOTHER SETON ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys Baltimore 0.2 mi 6.7
Abbottston Elementary Baltimore 0.3 mi 4.5
Baltimore City College Baltimore 0.4 mi 7.9
Waverly Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.6 mi 4.8
Cecil Elementary Baltimore 0.6 mi 2.4
Barclay Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.5 mi 4.6
MOTHER SETON ACADEMY Baltimore 0.6 mi 6.3
The Reach! Partnership School Baltimore 0.6 mi 4.8
Harford Heights Elementary Baltimore 0.7 mi 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi
Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 6.0
Dallas F. Nicholas Sr. Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 3.0
BALTIMORE LAB SCHOOL Baltimore 0.8 mi 8.8
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.1 mi 8.6
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High Baltimore 0.9 mi 3.1
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary Baltimore 1.1 mi 2.4
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School Baltimore 1.0 mi 7.9
Baltimore Design School Baltimore 1.1 mi 7.3
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore 1.1 mi 4.5
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,378

Median Home Value

$229,800

Median Rent

$1,239/mo

Population

44,903

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

49.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

34.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Vanguard Collegiate Middle Baltimore, MD 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stadium School

What grades does Stadium School serve?

Stadium School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Stadium School?

Stadium School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stadium School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stadium School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stadium School rank in MD?

Stadium School ranks #1,331 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Stadium School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stadium School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Stadium School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stadium School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stadium School a charter school?

No, Stadium School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stadium School a Title I school?

No, Stadium School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stadium School?

87.2% of students at Stadium 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
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
95.8%

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