Baltimore Polytechnic Institute vs Park Heights Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
Baltimore · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,632 students
Park Heights Academy
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
390 students
| Measure | Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Baltimore, Maryland | Park Heights Academy Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #42 of 197 | #842 of 879 |
| National rank | #2797 of 16,910 | #48077 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,632 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 1,632 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.8% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 7.5% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 7.5% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baltimore Polytechnic Institute scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 14.1).
- •Baltimore Polytechnic Institute does better on math proficiency (82% vs 7.5%).
- •Baltimore Polytechnic Institute does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 7.5%).
- •Baltimore Polytechnic Institute does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.8% vs 90%).
- •Park Heights Academy does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 19.2).
- •Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is the larger school with 1,632 students compared with 390.
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 Polytechnic Institute better than Park Heights Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Baltimore Polytechnic Institute ranks higher (72.0 vs 14.1 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 Polytechnic Institute and Park Heights Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute: 1,632. Park Heights Academy: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Park Heights Academy rank in Maryland?
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is 42nd of 197 and Park Heights Academy is 842nd of 879 among high schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).