Bard High School Early College Baltimore is a public contract high school located in the Hanlon Longwood neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Bard High School Early College ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bard High School Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bard High School Early College's student population of 459 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Bard High School Early College ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bard High School Early College is 0.27, 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
#569 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
24%
Black
85%
32%
White
10%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
46%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bard High School Early College's ranking?
Bard High School Early College is ranked #569 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bard High School Early College often compared to?
Bard High School Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Baltimore City College by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bard High School Early College?
The graduation rate of Bard High School Early College is 85-89%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bard High School Early College?
459 students attend Bard High School Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bard High School Early College students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bard High School Early College?
Bard High School Early College has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bard High School Early College offer ?
Bard High School Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bard High School Early College part of?
Bard High School Early College is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Bard High School Early College located?
Bard High School Early College is located in the Hanlon Longwood neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Hanlon Longwood.
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