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Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High

📍 Baltimore, Maryland Public

1,714

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

14.8:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

9–12

🎓 Grade Levels

4 active grades

116.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High, a high public school serving grades 9–12 in Baltimore, Maryland, with 1,714 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Baltimore, Maryland, Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High is a regular public school serving students from grades 9–12. The school operates within the Baltimore City Public Schools in Baltimore city. With a current reported enrollment of 1,714 students, it provides a large campus community designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 116.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Baltimore, the student body at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Black or African American (87.4%), Hispanic (9.3%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 1,358 students (79.2%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

1,714 Students reported

Black / African American 87.4%

1,498 enrolled students

Hispanic 9.3%

159 enrolled students

White 1.3%

22 enrolled students

Asian 1.3%

22 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.3%

5 enrolled students

Two or more races 0.3%

5 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.2%

3 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 1,714

👦 Male 56.5% (969) 👧 Female 43.5% (745)

🥗 Economic Diversity 79.2%

1,358 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

4 Grade Levels

644

9 ★ top

443

356

271

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School facts

Address 3500 Hillen Road, Baltimore, MD 21218

Phone (410) 396-6496

School district Baltimore City Public Schools

County Baltimore city

Grades 9–12

Students 1,714 students

Student–teacher ratio 14.8:1

Full-time teachers 116.0

Community type City: Large

Level High

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 39.33220, -76.59110

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NCES school ID 240009000280

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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3500 Hillen Road

Baltimore, MD 21218 Baltimore city

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High? +

Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High serves students in grades 9–12. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Maryland state educational standards.

How many students attend Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High has a total reported enrollment of 1,714 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High? +

The student-teacher ratio at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High is 14.8:1, supported by approximately 116.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.