AUGUSTA FELLS SAVAGE INSTITUTE OF VISUAL ARTS

Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 480 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 29 teachers, Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts 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.

The Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts (AFSIVA), located in the Harlem Park neighborhood of Baltimore, is a specialized public high school within the Baltimore City Public Schools system. Named after the renowned Harlem Renaissance sculptor Augusta Savage, the school is deeply committed to the intersection of academic rigor and artistic development. It provides students with a unique environment where they can pursue a traditional high school curriculum while simultaneously honing their creative talents in various visual and fine arts disciplines.

The school functions as a community-centered institution that emphasizes the importance of identity, culture, and creative expression. By integrating arts education into the core academic experience, AFSIVA aims to prepare its students for both higher education and professional careers in the creative industries. Beyond its focus on artistry, the school strives to foster a supportive climate that encourages social-emotional growth, social responsibility, and a strong sense of civic engagement, preparing graduates to become thoughtful contributors to their community.

For more information, contact Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts at (410) 396-7701 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.