The Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is a public high school located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Serving 378 students in grades 9-12, Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Black, Royal blue, Yellow
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1096 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
87%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sabers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy's ranking?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is ranked #1096 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy often compared to?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mergenthaler Vocational-technical High School, The Seed School Of Maryland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy?
The graduation rate of Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy?
378 students attend Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy offer ?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy part of?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy located?
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is located in the Franklin Square neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Franklin Square.
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