City Neighbors Charter School
Baltimore, MD 21206
Phone: (410) 325-2627
District: Baltimore City Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
charter • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 • 234 students
City Neighbors Charter School, a charter school located in Baltimore, MD, serves grades K-8 in the Baltimore City Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
City Neighbors Charter School is a charter school located in Baltimore, MD. 234 students attend City Neighbors Charter School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 5/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 4/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: August 23, 2026
This is our second year. My child is in the 3rd grade and loves the school and teachers.
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Posted: February 1, 2026
As a new family at CNCS we have been welcomed with open arms. The teachers and administration have been warm, kind, and supportive. Our childs K teachers are phenomenal! We are looking forward to many more happy years at the school.
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Posted: January 25, 2026
City Neighbors Charter School has been an incredible experience for our family, even before my daughter officially started. From the lottery process onward, the school has maintained clear, consistent, and thoughtful communication. At every step, I felt informed, supported, and genuinely welcomed into the community.
Now that my daughter is in kindergarten, that level of communication and care has only deepened. City Neighbors truly treats learning as a partnership between the school and families. I always know whats happening with my daughters education, what shes working on, and how I can support her growth at home. Teachers and staff are accessible, responsive, and intentional about keeping parents involved in the learning process.
Its clear that City Neighbors values not just academic success, but collaboration, transparency, and building strong relationships with families. As a parent, that gives me so much confidence and peace of mind. Im grateful my daughter is learning in an environment where education is shared, supported, and celebrated together.
Posted: January 25, 2026
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Posted: January 5, 2026
CNCS is fantastic. My children love it. The teachers care about each of them.
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Posted: October 7, 2025
We have been so happy with our experience at City Neighbors Charter School. The school is like a community where everyone works together to make sure the children learn and thrive.
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Posted: October 12, 2019
There is a real of the Way we do things and it is one of acceptance and inclusion
Posted: October 12, 2019
It is used to reinforce the lessons in class
Posted: October 12, 2019
They are personally invested in the success of students academically, emotionally and as individuals.
Posted: October 12, 2019
Absolutely there is a strong sense of community and encouragement of what is right having a position and being ok with it.
Posted: October 12, 2019
The leadership cares for the families and implements order and structure and responds appropriately to issues of concern.
Posted: October 12, 2019
They provide resources and identify individual needs
Posted: October 12, 2019
Exceptional, I am so very happy to have been blessed with the opportunity to be part of the school community
Posted: June 4, 2017
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Posted: June 4, 2017
Over the years my experience at this school has been splendid. My son has a learning disability and he has always been supported and included in all ways at this school. My other children are in classes with children with disabilities and you can't tell who does or doesn't have one because everyone is included. The teaching staff is highly dedicated to all students regardless of race or background. The teachers are there for many many after school and weekend activities and they make you feel welcomed as a family. Testing scores don't tell you everything about a school.
Posted: January 14, 2017
This school is truly unique within Baltimore City public schools. The curriculum is arts-integrated and project based. So what does that mean? I've seen kids creating dances to represent geometric principals. I've seen kids using math and working together to figure out if Double Stuff Oreos truly have double stuffing inside. I've seen middle school students walk 2 miles carrying 2 gallons of water each as a part of unit on water sources in Africa. The list of unique and inspiring ways that kids are learning goes on and on, but that's not the only reason we love the school.
CNCS's motto is "Known, Loved, and Inspired" and over the years it has become increasingly evident that the staff and administration take this mission seriously. The new principal (this is her first year after previously being the school reading specialist and the parent of 4 CNCS students) truly brings this home. She knows each child's name. She knows the names of parents. She greets everyone in the morning and bids us goodbye at the end of the day. Parents are ALWAYS welcome in the building.
The school asks parents to contribute 40 hours of service each year, which really isn't hard to do, as parent-teacher conferences and other outings count as part of this. But these 40 hours help to create a very tight-knit community.
Posted: January 14, 2017
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The new principal is very committed to supporting students of all learning abilities.
Posted: January 14, 2017
The CNCS community suffered a terrible tragedy this week with the death of two of our students in a house fire. The leaders of the school immediately responded with an action plan, by bringing in a team grief counselors, offering support to families and handling an unthinkable situation with tremendous grace and sensitivity.
Posted: January 14, 2017
I haven't seen report cards from other schools, but CNCS report cards put a high value on cooperation and respect for others.
Posted: January 8, 2017
CNCS is a school truly built for and committed to the students. The teachers are there for all the right reasons. Kids thrive and learn. The students truly are Known, Loved and Inspired!
Posted: January 8, 2017
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I have seen this repeatedly IN the classroom.
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They are dedicated, effective and personable. Strong administration.
Posted: January 8, 2017
Students are engaged throughout the day. Their homework, particularly in the earlier grades, is about sharing their learning and you hear it ALL the time. Homework is not a primary methodology but they are prepared!
Posted: January 8, 2017
This school takes the time to learn the students as people and learners. It is teaching them to be global citizens. They offer a variety of classes, and learning approaches that every student feels successful as soon as they walk through the door. We love this school!
Posted: January 5, 2015
Great concept, Great teachers, Great opportunities For kids to do more then they would at A normal city school. I love that parents have to be involved And volunteer.Keep up the great job.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eaton Square | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rosedale | MD | 4 mi | |
| 2 | The Greens at Locust Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Ellicott City | MD | 14.6 mi | |
| 3 | Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Elkridge | MD | 14.7 mi | |
| 4 | Laurel Woods | Condominium/Townhouse | Abingdon | MD | 14.8 mi | |
| 5 | Lake Village Town Homes | Apartment Complex | Severn | MD | 17.8 mi | |
| 6 | The Provinces | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severn | MD | 18.2 mi | |
| 7 | Cape Arthur | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 18.5 mi | |
| 8 | Westridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 18.7 mi | |
| 9 | Carrollton Manor | Area of Town | Severna Park | MD | 19 mi | |
| 10 | Midway Common | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fort Meade | MD | 20.1 mi | |
| 11 | Shelter Cove Luxury Apartments | Apartment Complex | Odenton | MD | 20.1 mi | |
| 12 | Canterbury Village | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arnold | MD | 20.6 mi | |
| 13 | Harvest Run | Condominium/Townhouse | Odenton | MD | 22.3 mi | |
| 14 | Piney Orchard at Pinedale Courts | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Odenton | MD | 22.5 mi | |
| 15 | Maple Lawn | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fulton | MD | 23.7 mi | |
| 16 | Phythian Apartments | Apartment Complex | United States Naval Academy | MD | 25 mi | |
| 17 | Crofton | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Crofton | MD | 25.2 mi | |
| 18 | The Point at Annapolis | Apartment Complex | Annapolis | MD | 25.5 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore | Baltimore | MD | 5.9 mi | |
| 2 | Anne Arundel County | Pasadena | MD | 15.7 mi | |
| 3 | Severn | Severn | MD | 17.4 mi | |
| 4 | Severna Park | Severna Park | MD | 18.7 mi | |
| 5 | Cape St Claire | Cape St Claire | MD | 22 mi | |
| 6 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 23.6 mi | |
| 7 | Laurel | Laurel | MD | 23.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 10.4 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 20.7 mi. |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 23.2 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 25 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 25.4 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 38.3 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 40.7 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 41 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 41.9 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 41.9 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 42.1 mi. |
| Pentagon | 43.2 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 43.5 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 43.6 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 43.9 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 47.4 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 48.1 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 49.1 mi. |
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