Serving 858 students in grades 9-12, Edmondson-westside High 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 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edmondson-westside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Edmondson-westside High School's student population of 858 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
"redskins" (1955–2002); "the Red Storm" (2002–present)
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Edmondson-westside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edmondson-westside High School is 0.15, 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
#1175 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
92%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edmondson-westside High School's ranking?
Edmondson-westside High School is ranked #1175 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Edmondson-westside High School often compared to?
Edmondson-westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Street Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edmondson-westside High School?
The graduation rate of Edmondson-westside High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Edmondson-westside High School?
858 students attend Edmondson-westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Edmondson-westside High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edmondson-westside High School?
Edmondson-westside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edmondson-westside High School offer ?
Edmondson-westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edmondson-westside High School part of?
Edmondson-westside High School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Edmondson-westside High School located?
Edmondson-westside High School is located in the Allendale neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Allendale.
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