Baltimore Polytechnic Institute

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1400 W Cold Spring Ln,  Baltimore, MD
Baltimore City Public Schools
4.0
4.4
1,601 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
81%
Average GPA
3.41
Graduation Rate
98%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.41
Reading Proficiency
81%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
84
Full Time Teachers
84
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
600
Verbal
590
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
26
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
72.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
6.4%
State Average
24.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
324:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
48.9%
Black
60.3%
White
18.8%
Hispanic
13.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.1%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#7 Best Public HS Teachers in Maryland
#19 Best Public HS in Maryland
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 727 Students
Morgan State University 616 Students
Towson University 583 Students
University of Maryland, Baltimore County 392 Students
Howard University 369 Students
Bowie State University 345 Students
Johns Hopkins University 323 Students
Temple University 303 Students
Loyola University Maryland 270 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 247 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 234 Students
Computer Science 210 Students
Psychology 202 Students
Business 191 Students
Nursing 156 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 145 Students
Mechanical Engineering 126 Students
Engineering 98 Students
Chemistry 92 Students
Architecture 78 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 609 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/11/2025
I was very excited to go to Poly because I loved math and science but over the years I've grown to be interested in other fields which they don't have many options for like kinesiology and dental hygiene. That is the other thing I would change about the school is adding more opportunities outside of STEM.
4.0 Junior
6/6/2025
The people here are very friendly. When I first transferred here, I made a few friends. The counselors are like your best friend; you can talk to them or just go into their office and spend your lunch time with them. The teachers also do their best to help students catch up with others and ensure that they understand the material(s) being taught.
4.0 Junior
2/21/2025
There are so many programs to choose between depending on what you're interested in so you'll definitely find somewhere you fit.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/6/2022
My daughter and I love this school. It challenges her mind and engages her interest. All of the students here are friendly there’s no bullying and that’s a plus for us. I highly recommend this school.
5.0 student
3/7/2022
It is a very nice school. I have experienced the right challenges here and the school is so diverse and welcoming.
5.0 parent
12/1/2020
Poly is a great school and my child has been quite happy. The staff is strong, the kids nice, and college prep good. It is not a school for lightweights, and why so many kids wash out. The home work load is substantial after the freshman year where it's too light. My kid has a 4.0 average and strugg...
5.0 student
3/29/2019
I would rate this excellent Baltimore city schools because of how well they prepare the students for college

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Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Baltimore, MD and is served by the Baltimore City Public Schools in Maryland. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,601 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 81% are proficient in reading. Baltimore Polytechnic Institute has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.41, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $265,260. Discover additional schools in the area, like Western High School, Renaissance Academy, Baltimore Design School, and more. Learn more about what Baltimore has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Baltimore Polytechnic Institute.

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