Serving 935 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Belair-edison 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 935 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
The Belair-edison School's student population of 935 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
The Afya Way
The Belair-edison 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 The Belair-edison School is 0.12, 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
#1220 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
94%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is The Belair-edison School's ranking?
The Belair-edison School is ranked #1220 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend The Belair-edison School?
935 students attend The Belair-edison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of The Belair-edison School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Belair-edison School?
The Belair-edison School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Belair-edison School offer ?
The Belair-edison School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Belair-edison School part of?
The Belair-edison School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is The Belair-edison School located?
The Belair-edison School is located in the Belair Edison neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Belair Edison.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar
View the The Belair-edison School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed - Wellness Day
March 20, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of Quarter 3
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
Schools Closed - Spring Break
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Schools Closed for Students - Professional Development Day
May 01, 2026 (Friday)
School Closed - Memorial Day
May 25, 2026 (Monday)
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