BARCLAY ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL

Barclay Elementary/Middle is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 461 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Barclay Elementary/Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Barclay Elementary/Middle School, located in the Charles Village/Abell neighborhood of Baltimore, is a public school serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade. As part of the Baltimore City Public Schools district, the institution focuses on providing a comprehensive educational foundation that bridges the transition from early childhood through the middle school years. The school is deeply integrated into its surrounding community, often serving as a focal point for neighborhood engagement and local initiatives.

The school's academic approach emphasizes standard core curriculum requirements while striving to support the social and emotional development of its diverse student body. By operating as a combined elementary and middle school, Barclay aims to provide a consistent educational environment that fosters long-term relationships between students, faculty, and families. For those seeking the most current information regarding specific programs, enrollment procedures, or extracurricular offerings, the school’s official page on the Baltimore City Public Schools website serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative details.

For more information, contact Barclay Elementary/Middle at (410) 396-6387 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.