Serving 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, William S. Baer School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William S. Baer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
William S. Baer School's student population of 167 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
A Special Place for Special Children
School Rankings
William S. Baer School 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 William S. Baer School is 0.44, 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
#1206 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
16%
24%
Black
73%
32%
White
6%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William S. Baer School's ranking?
William S. Baer School is ranked #1206 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are William S. Baer School often compared to?
William S. Baer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge/ruxton School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of William S. Baer School?
The graduation rate of William S. Baer School is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend William S. Baer School?
167 students attend William S. Baer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of William S. Baer School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William S. Baer School?
William S. Baer School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William S. Baer School offer ?
William S. Baer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William S. Baer School part of?
William S. Baer School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is William S. Baer School located?
William S. Baer School is located in the Mondawmin neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Mondawmin.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Went there 1933-1940. A victim of Polio. Age now 91.Third grade thru 1940. A very pleasant time in my life. Can close my eyes and see the interior very clearly. An out standing time of my life.
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