Baltimore International Academy West vs KIPP Harmony Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baltimore International Academy West
Baltimore · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
239 students
KIPP Harmony Academy
Baltimore · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
1,399 students
| Measure | Baltimore International Academy West Baltimore, Maryland | KIPP Harmony Academy Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #419 of 879 | #767 of 879 |
| National rank | #28295 of 50,301 | #45456 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 239 | 1,399 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 1,399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.1% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 22% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baltimore International Academy West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 19.0).
- •Baltimore International Academy West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 81.4%).
- •Baltimore International Academy West does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.9).
- •KIPP Harmony Academy is the larger school with 1,399 students compared with 239.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore International Academy West better than KIPP Harmony Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Baltimore International Academy West ranks higher (45.4 vs 19.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Baltimore International Academy West and KIPP Harmony Academy?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baltimore International Academy West: 239. KIPP Harmony Academy: 1,399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baltimore International Academy West and KIPP Harmony Academy rank in Maryland?
Baltimore International Academy West is 419th of 879 and KIPP Harmony Academy is 767th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).