Independence School Local 1 is a public charter high school in Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is a part of the "small-schools" initiative to consolidate large school sizes into smaller learning environments.
Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Independence School Local I 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 was ≤20% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 88% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
86%
33%
White
12%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)60-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Independence School Local I?
The graduation rate of Independence School Local I is 60-79%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Independence School Local I?
151 students attend Independence School Local I.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Independence School Local I students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Independence School Local I?
Independence School Local I has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Independence School Local I offer ?
Independence School Local I offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Independence School Local I part of?
Independence School Local I is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Independence School Local I located?
Independence School Local I is located in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Hampden.
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