BALTIMORE POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is a public high school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 1,552 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 79 teachers, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute (BPI), commonly known as "Poly," is a prestigious magnet high school in Baltimore, Maryland, renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum and historic focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Founded in 1883, it is one of the oldest public schools in the city and has established a long-standing reputation for excellence. The school offers a highly competitive "Ingenuity Project" program, which provides advanced research opportunities and accelerated coursework for gifted students, as well as a traditional engineering program that prepares graduates for top-tier university programs and technical careers.

Beyond its academic prestige, BPI is deeply ingrained in Baltimore’s culture, characterized by a strong sense of school spirit and a rich athletic history. The school is perhaps most famous for its storied rivalry with Baltimore City College, culminating annually in the "Poly-City" football game, which is one of the oldest high school football rivalries in the United States. With its unique blend of historical tradition, challenging STEM-focused academics, and a vibrant extracurricular community, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute remains a flagship institution for high-achieving students across the region.

For more information, contact Baltimore Polytechnic Institute at (410) 396-7026 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.