Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 19:1 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 Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy's student population of 431 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy 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 Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy is 0.08, 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
#1050 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
96%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy is ranked #1050 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Matthew A. Henson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy?
431 students attend Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy offer ?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy part of?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy located?
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy is located in the Upton neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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