HAMPDEN

Hampden is a public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 449 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Hampden has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

The school located at 3608 Chestnut Ave in Baltimore, Maryland, is **Hampden Elementary/Middle School (#55)**. Situated in the heart of the historic Hampden neighborhood, the school serves students from Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade. As a part of the Baltimore City Public Schools system, it functions as a community-centered institution that emphasizes a foundational education, preparing students for the transition to high school while fostering a sense of neighborhood identity.

The school is well-regarded for its long-standing presence in the community, often benefiting from the tight-knit and active nature of the surrounding Hampden area. Like many schools in the district, it focuses on core academic subjects while providing various extracurricular opportunities to support student growth. Prospective families or interested parties can find specific information regarding enrollment, academic programs, and school policies by visiting their official Baltimore City Public Schools directory page at [baltimorecityschools.org/55](https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/55).

For more information, contact Hampden at (410) 396-6004 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.