Academy for College and Career Exploration is a public secondary school located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. The school opened in the city in fall 2004 under the guidance of being an "innovation" school by Johns Hopkins researchers.
Serving 957 students in grades 6-12, Academy For College And Career Exploration 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 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For College And Career Exploration ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Academy For College And Career Exploration's student population of 957 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Academy For College And Career Exploration 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 Academy For College And Career Exploration is 0.46, 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
#1310 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
71%
33%
White
8%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For College And Career Exploration's ranking?
Academy For College And Career Exploration is ranked #1310 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Academy For College And Career Exploration often compared to?
Academy For College And Career Explorationis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement Academy At Harbor City High School, Augusta Fells Savage Institute Of Visual Arts by visitors of our site.
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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For College And Career Exploration?
The graduation rate of Academy For College And Career Exploration is 65-69%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Academy For College And Career Exploration?
957 students attend Academy For College And Career Exploration.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Academy For College And Career Exploration students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy For College And Career Exploration?
Academy For College And Career Exploration has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Academy For College And Career Exploration offer ?
Academy For College And Career Exploration offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy For College And Career Exploration part of?
Academy For College And Career Exploration is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy For College And Career Exploration located?
Academy For College And Career Exploration is located in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Hampden.
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