A Baltimore City public charter school in Pigtown. Free for pre-K through 8th grade.
Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southwest Baltimore Charter 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest Baltimore Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwest Baltimore Charter School's student population of 363 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwest Baltimore Charter 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 Southwest Baltimore Charter School is 0.38, 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
#1298 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
78%
32%
White
5%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Southwest Baltimore Charter School's ranking?
Southwest Baltimore Charter School is ranked #1298 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Southwest Baltimore Charter School?
363 students attend Southwest Baltimore Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Southwest Baltimore Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest Baltimore Charter School?
Southwest Baltimore Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southwest Baltimore Charter School offer ?
Southwest Baltimore Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwest Baltimore Charter School part of?
Southwest Baltimore Charter School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwest Baltimore Charter School located?
Southwest Baltimore Charter School is located in the Pigtown neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Pigtown.
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