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Barbara Ingram School for the Arts

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Washington County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 143 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Hagerstown, MD. It has 280 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 92% of students are at least proficient in math and 67% in reading.
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    (301) 766-8840
    7-11 S Potomac Street
    Hagerstown, MD 21740
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    Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    67%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    92%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1180
    109 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    10 responses
    AP Enrollment
    28%
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    Living in the Area
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      B-
    3. Housing
      C
    Median Household Income
    $40,761
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $813
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $148,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 76 responses
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    • All School Musical
      17%
    • Freshmen trip to the PA Ren faire
      14%
    • Holiday Spectacular
      14%
    • All school productions
      12%
    • Senoir exhibiton
      9%
    • Spoken word
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    280
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    22%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.19 responses
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.19 responses
    5%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.19 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $66,192
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8.3%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.29 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.29 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.29 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $14,183/ year
    National
    $12,239
    33%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.30 responses
    27%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.30 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.30 responses
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    The principal and administration are outstanding and always help me when I need it. The heads of departments are awesome as well, as are most of the teachers. There are a few kerfuffles, but for the most part, this school rocks! It's stressful, but it's worth it to be with other people who have the same interests as me. Through my experience here, I feel as though I have grown a lot in my area of study and I have grown into a more responsible person.
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    Barbara Ingram School For the Arts was a great experience for me overall. If you are passionate about any of the arts forms that this school has to offer, then I definitely tell you to audition. They academics can be rigorous at times, but they prepare you well for college. The arts and academic teachers are always there to help you whenever you need it! This school supports you in all that you do and they give will give you some amazing opportunities that you will remember for a long time!
    Barbara Ingram's is a great school. The location is not the best, as we're located in downtown Hagerstown, but there are police to provide protection and all students besides Seniors are always escorted by an administrator. Barbara Ingram's is an accepting and creative school, and the teachers are very compassionate and happy to help. I've excelled at this school because teachers actually care about you. The only complaint I have is the lack of discipline, and of course, there is always still bullying and cliques.