OVERLEA HIGH & ACADEMY OF FINANCE

Overlea High & Academy of Finance is a Title I public high school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 971 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 63 teachers, Overlea High & Academy of Finance 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.

Overlea High School, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a comprehensive public secondary school within the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system. The school is perhaps best known for its specialized **Academy of Finance**, a rigorous program that provides students with industry-standard curriculum, professional development, and internship opportunities in business, economics, and financial services. This flagship program is part of the National Academy Foundation (NAF) network, designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world career readiness.

Beyond its focus on finance, Overlea High offers a diverse academic environment that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and a variety of extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes a commitment to student achievement and community engagement, striving to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the modern workforce. With its central location on Kenwood Avenue, Overlea serves as a significant hub for student development in the surrounding community.

For more information, contact Overlea High & Academy of Finance at (410) 887-5241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.