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#362 of 378 private schools in MD

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.

Elementary School

1808 EDISON HWY, Baltimore, MD 21213

Private

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#362 of 378

In Baltimore

#56 of 59

public schools

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The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.

4.1/10

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

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6.8/10

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4.0/10

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About The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. The H.o.p.e.

Academy Baltimore, Inc. serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares2.2 pts below MD schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 117 students, The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. compares to 193 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
117
This School
vs
454
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.1
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. (this school) 4.1
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle 4.0
Lakewood Elementary 7.2
Sinclair Lane Elementary 3.9
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School 7.9
The Belair-Edison School 4.1
Collington Square Elementary/Middle 5.5
The Green School of Baltimore 7.6
Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership 6.2
Harford Heights Elementary 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle
Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle 4.3
William Paca Elementary 3.6
Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle 5.6
Montebello Elementary/Middle 4.6
Patterson Park Public Charter School 5.8
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary 2.4
Commodore John Rodgers Elementary/Middle 7.5
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys 6.7
Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #215 4.1
Furley Elementary 5.2

Showing 20 of 193 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MD.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 117
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MD

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1808 EDISON HWY, Baltimore, MD 21213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Green School of Baltimore (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Baltimore 0.3 mi 6.8
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi 4.0
Lakewood Elementary Baltimore 0.4 mi 7.2
ARCHBISHOP CURLEY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore 0.6 mi 5.0
The Belair-Edison School Baltimore 0.7 mi 4.1
The Green School of Baltimore Baltimore 0.8 mi 7.6
Sinclair Lane Elementary Baltimore 0.7 mi 3.9
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School Baltimore 0.7 mi 7.9
Collington Square Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.8 mi 5.5
Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership Baltimore 1.0 mi 6.2
William Paca Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 3.6
Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 4.3
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 4.6
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Baltimore 1.3 mi 7.5
The Reach! Partnership School Baltimore 1.1 mi 4.8
Patterson Park Public Charter School Baltimore 1.4 mi 5.8
Harford Heights Elementary Baltimore 1.1 mi 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.1 mi
Claremont School Baltimore 1.2 mi 6.1
Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 5.6

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

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ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kingsville, MD 4.6
Edgewood Elementary Baltimore, MD 3.5
FREDERICK ADVENTIST ACADEMY Frederick, MD 5.0
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owings Mills, MD 5.0
Cascade Elementary Cascade, MD 5.1
YESHIVAS TORAS SIMCHA Pikesville, MD 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.

What grades does The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. serve?

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.?

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. rank in MD?

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. ranks #362 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. a private school?

Yes, The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. a religious school?

The H.o.p.e. Academy Baltimore, Inc. has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
117
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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