GREEN STREET ACADEMY INC

What GREEN STREET ACADEMY INC does

Green Street Academy (GSA) is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades 6–12 in West Baltimore, Maryland, founded in 2010 by Larry Rivitz and David Warnock. The school serves more than 800 scholars annually through a seamless middle-to-high-school model that integrates rigorous core academics with four specialized career pathways: Healthcare & Pre-Nursing, Construction Design & Management, Urban Agriculture & Environmental Science, and Technology & Computer Science. Its core educational product combines dual-credit college coursework (delivered via partnerships with BCCC, CCBC, and University of Maryland Baltimore), work-based internships (with healthcare systems and Baltimore employers), and hands-on applied learning supported by dedicated facilities.

The school's physical and programmatic infrastructure is a key differentiator. Its LEED Platinum certified historic 1920s-era campus (relocated to in 2015) houses the Elijah E. Cummings Innovation Center — featuring a Creation Lab with 3D printers, laser cutters, robotics, drone fabrication, and industry software (Fusion, AutoCAD, Revit) — as well as GSA Farms, a student-run urban agriculture and aquaculture social enterprise that teaches marketing, accounting, pricing, and inventory through real product sales. GSA 'U', an upcoming on-campus collegiate classroom initiative, is planned to bring college courses directly to scholars before graduation.

GSA is a non-profit educational organization with no equity investors, governed by a Board of Trustees and led by CEO/Executive Director Dr. Denisha Logan (a founding teacher) and Principal Dr. Latoya Hewitt (a 15-year veteran). Revenue is generated through per-pupil state and local allocations authorized by Baltimore City Public Schools, supplemented by federal Title I funds and a broad network of philanthropic grants from 16+ foundations including Abell, T. Rowe Price Foundation, Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, and the Warnock Foundation. The go-to-market is community-led — relying on word-of-mouth, open houses, enrollment lotteries, alumni ambassadors, and active social media — with enrollment preference given to Baltimore City residents.

Name

GREEN STREET ACADEMY INC

Legal name

Green Street Academy

Website

https://greenstreetacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Green Street Academy is a tuition-free public charter school in West Baltimore serving 800+ scholars in grades 6–12 with four career pathways (Healthcare, Construction Design, Urban Agriculture, Technology), dual credit, internships, and applied learning facilities including a LEED Platinum campus and student-run farm.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ)

Keywords

• Public charter school
• College career pathways
• Dual credit education
• Work-based learning
• Urban agriculture education

Headquarters

HQ city

BALTIMORE, Maryland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Charter School Funding: Green Street Academy is a tuition-free public charter school funded primarily through per-pupil state and local allocations from Baltimore City Public Schools. As a Title I school, it also receives federal Title I funds. This constitutes the core operational funding for academics, staffing, and programming.
2. Philanthropic Donations & Grants: The school actively fundraises from philanthropic partners (foundations and individual donors) to expand programs beyond what public funding can sustain — including dual-credit coursework, internships, pathway curriculum, equipment, certifications, and innovative learning spaces. Donor-raised funds also pay GSA Farms student workers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Green Street Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades 6-12 scholars in West Baltimore, Maryland. It delivers a college and career preparatory education through four specialized pathways (Healthcare & Pre-Nursing, Construction Design & Management, Urban Agriculture & Environmental Science, and Technology & Computer Science), complemented by dual credit college coursework, paid internships, and applied learning facilities including the Elijah E. Cummings Innovation Center and the student-run GSA Farms social enterprise.

Product overview

Green Street Academy operates as a unified 6-12 public charter school combining rigorous academics with career-focused education. The core educational model integrates four distinct career pathways (Healthcare, Construction Design & Management, Urban Agriculture, and Technology) with dual credit college access, internships, and work-based learning experiences. The school supports this academic model with specialized facilities including the Elijah E. Cummings Innovation Center for hands-on STEM and engineering education, and GSA Farms as a student-run agricultural business enterprise. Dual Credit & College Access serves as the bridge between secondary and postsecondary education, while the GSA Alumni Network maintains engagement with graduates. GSA 'U' represents a planned expansion bringing collegiate classrooms directly to campus.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Elijah E. Cummings Innovation Center: A state-of-the-art applied learning space supporting Construction Design and Management (CDM) pathway, Pre-Engineering programs, and innovation education with components including Collaboration Commons, Iteration & Research Center, Creation Lab, and Entrepreneurship Center.
• GSA Farms
• GSA U

Products and services

• College & Career Pathways

Quantifiable outcome

• GSA was named one of the top five charter schools in Maryland by U.S. News and World Report
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Baltimore RavenscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Baltimore Ravens partner with GSA as a program partner, providing enrichment, mentorship, and community connection. Through the Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center adjacent to campus, GSA scholars gain access to athletic facilities, mentorship, and enrichment opportunities.
• Baltimore City Community College (BCCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBCCC serves as a program partner providing dual credit college coursework opportunities for GSA scholars, allowing them to earn transferable college credits while in high school.
• BlueWater BaltimoreminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBlueWater Baltimore is a program partner supporting GSA's environmental and sustainability programs, aligning with the school's LEED Platinum campus and green school identity.
• Baltimore Gas & Electric (BGE)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBGE is a program partner contributing to GSA's sustainability, energy, and career pathway initiatives in the Baltimore region.
• Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCBC is a program partner offering dual enrollment coursework for GSA scholars in the Construction Design & Management pathway, leading to industry-recognized certifications and employment opportunities upon graduation.
• Constellation (Exelon)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstellation is a program partner supporting GSA's energy and sustainability initiatives, aligning with the school's green campus and environmental science pathways.
• Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHU Medicine)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJHU Medicine is a program partner providing exposure to clinical and medical environments for scholars in the Healthcare & Pre-Nursing pathway, including potential internships and mentorship in healthcare careers.
• LifeBridge HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLifeBridge Health is a program partner offering internship placements and real-world healthcare experience for scholars in the Healthcare & Pre-Nursing career pathway.
• University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUMB is a program partner providing college-aligned coursework and pathways supporting scholars' transition to higher education and healthcare-related degrees.
• Maryland Cooperative ExtensionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMD Extension is a program partner supporting GSA's urban agriculture, environmental science, and GSA Farms programs with research-based curriculum and technical guidance.
• West Baltimore RenaissanceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWest Baltimore Renaissance is a program partner contributing to the school's community revitalization and neighborhood development mission in West Baltimore.
• Our Dream Foundation (ODF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOur Dream Foundation is a Black-owned entrepreneurship training advisory that provides curriculum, instruction, training, and advisement in the development and execution of GSA Farms. ODF consultants teach the summer business program, develop business plans with students, and provide ongoing coaching throughout the school year, with senior students taking a practicum course.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan BaltimorecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore operates the Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center adjacent to GSA's campus, giving scholars access to athletic facilities, mentorship, and enrichment opportunities as part of a community partnership.
• U.S. Forestry ServiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe U.S. Forestry Service has been brought to GSA through the Farm Manager's connections, supporting environmental education and helping secure GSA's 'Green School of the Year' recognition.
• USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe USDA has been engaged with GSA through the Farm Manager's initiatives, supporting urban agriculture programs and food systems education.
• Future Farmers of America (FFA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFA has been brought to GSA through the Farm Manager's efforts, supporting the urban agriculture pathway and providing national affiliation for agricultural education programs.
• YouthWorks (Baltimore City)coreOthersYouthWorks is a Baltimore City summer employment program through which GSA Farms scholars are paid for their participation in the six-week summer intensive training, qualifying as a paid summer internship.
• Baltimore City Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBaltimore City Public Schools is the authorizer of Green Street Academy's charter and provides per-pupil funding. A representative witnesses the annual enrollment lottery. GSA operates as part of the Baltimore City Public Schools system.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/GSA_Chargers
• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=hW2Q7-33CRs&t=4s
• Facebookfacebook.com/greenstreetacademy
• Instagraminstagram.com/gsachargers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/green-street-academy-inc

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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