AFYA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

Afya Public Charter School is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 349 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 21 teachers, Afya Public Charter 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.

Afya Public Charter School, located in the Belair-Edison neighborhood of Baltimore, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades 4 through 8. Founded on the principle that "afya"—the Swahili word for health—is fundamental to academic success, the school integrates a robust health and wellness curriculum into its daily operations. By prioritizing physical activity, nutritional awareness, and social-emotional growth alongside rigorous core academics, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to meet the challenges of high school and beyond.

The school is part of the Afya Baltimore Inc. (ABI) network, which emphasizes a community-centered approach to education. Its model focuses on building strong relationships between students, staff, and families, fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal responsibility and civic engagement. Through its unique blend of traditional instruction and wellness-based programming, Afya Public Charter School strives to bridge achievement gaps and empower Baltimore youth to lead healthy, productive lives both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Afya Public Charter School at (410) 485-2102 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.