Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
- Public
- BALTIMORE, MD
Public School
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- BALTIMORE, MD
- Rating 3.94 out of 5 664 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Administrationgrade B+
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B
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Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
84%
Percent Proficient - Math
71%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1180
756 responses
Average ACT
26
64 responses
AP Enrollment
35%
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Median Household Income
$64,537
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,199
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$161,200
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
91%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 75 responsesPoll
80%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 75 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,601
Free or Reduced Lunch
36%
86%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 87 responses78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 87 responses85%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 87 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$73,235
Teachers in First/Second Year
5.1%
76%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 109 responses73%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 109 responses84%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 109 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$17,570 / year
National
$12,23992%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 113 responses54%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 113 responses81%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 113 responsesSimilar Schools
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Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Reviews
Rating 3.94 out of 5 664 reviews
I have learned a lot from Baltimore Polytechnic Institute. As the top STEM school in the state of Maryland, I have been prepared to excel in college-level math, science, and engineering courses. In addition to earning a Maryland state diploma, I've taken special, career-focused classes that will earn me a "Poly" diploma. My career focus is computer science, so I've taken classes such as Foundations of Computer Science, AP CS Principles, and AP Computer Science A. For those AP classes, I scored a 4 and a 5, respectively. Furthermore, BPI gives students the opportunity to take a variety of AP courses. In my freshman, sophomore, and junior years I studied in AP Modern World History and AP Language and Composition (plus the AP CS courses). Currently, I'm in AP Literature, AP Calculus AB, and AP Music Theory.
I have no doubt that BPI has prepared me to excel far beyond expectations in my secondary education!
I have no doubt that BPI has prepared me to excel far beyond expectations in my secondary education!
After being homeschooled between the ages of eight and thirteen, and looking to get back into public school, attending Baltimore Polytechnic Institute (more widely referred to as "Poly") appeared to be the next best step for me. Poly has been considered one of the top schools in Baltimore City for many years thanks to its selective entrance process, various academic pathways, and rigorous courseload. Overall, the three years I have spent at Poly have been positive. The school environment is safe with multiple security measures (metal detectors, personnel, etc.). The atmosphere is pleasant, with strong school spirit and teachers that work to establish a real bond with their students. On the other hand, a few improvements could be made. For example, absent teachers are typically replaced with substitutes who are not skilled in the subject, which greatly hinders their classes' ability to advance. Furthermore, administration often gives students the "run around" regarding issues or events.
The best part about this school is the immense opportunities provided and the teachers provide major support for students interest. Another best part about the school is how the school pushes you to grow academically and how supportive the guidance are with providing the right resources catering to the students needs. But the worse part is how dysfunctional some facilities within the school are. Some members of administration are very domineering towards students and aren't willing to connect with the students. Another worse part is the school focuses a lot of the athletic achievements, even though it's a STEM school, and not other aspects of the of achievement from other extracurricular activities.