BALTIMORE DESIGN SCHOOL

Baltimore Design School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 510 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 31 teachers, Baltimore Design School 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 Baltimore Design School (BDS) is a specialized public secondary school located in the historic Barclay neighborhood of Baltimore. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the institution focuses on a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with intensive career-technical education in the fields of architecture, fashion design, and graphic design. By bridging the gap between traditional classroom learning and professional industry standards, BDS aims to prepare students for both higher education and direct entry into creative career paths.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is recognized for its unique learning environment, which encourages students to develop a "design-thinking" approach to problem-solving. Located in a renovated historic factory building, the facility is equipped with specialized studios and technology that mirror real-world professional environments. Through partnerships with local design firms and universities, the Baltimore Design School fosters a community that values innovation, creativity, and the application of artistic skills to address complex, real-world challenges.

For more information, contact Baltimore Design School at (410) 396-8805 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.