NATIONAL ACADEMY FOUNDATION

National Academy Foundation is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 823 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 52 teachers, National Academy Foundation has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 National Academy Foundation (NAF) school, located in East Baltimore, is a specialized career-themed high school within the Baltimore City Public School system. Operating under the national NAF model, the school is dedicated to bridging the gap between classroom instruction and professional success. It focuses on providing students with rigorous academic coursework integrated with real-world applications, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for both post-secondary education and competitive career paths.

A defining characteristic of the school is its commitment to "career academies," which immerse students in specific industry sectors such as finance, information technology, or engineering. Through these pathways, students benefit from a blend of work-based learning experiences, including internships, mentorship programs, and interactions with business professionals. By fostering these industry partnerships and maintaining a project-based curriculum, the National Academy Foundation school aims to cultivate the technical skills, professional network, and confidence necessary for students to thrive in the modern global economy.

For more information, contact National Academy Foundation at (443) 984-1594 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.