Coppin Academy High School is a public charter high school located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. Opened in July 2005, it is located directly on the campus of Coppin State University and is operated by Coppin State. The student body is composed of approximately 350 students, all chosen by lottery.
Serving 450 students in grades 9-12, Coppin Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coppin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Coppin Academy's student population of 450 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue & Gold
School Rankings
Coppin Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coppin Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1096 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
24%
Black
97%
32%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coppin Academy's ranking?
Coppin Academy is ranked #1096 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coppin Academy?
The graduation rate of Coppin Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Coppin Academy?
450 students attend Coppin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Coppin Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coppin Academy?
Coppin Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coppin Academy offer ?
Coppin Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coppin Academy part of?
Coppin Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Coppin Academy located?
Coppin Academy is located in the Mondawmin neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Mondawmin.
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