Hampstead Hill Academy

What Hampstead Hill Academy does

Hampstead Hill Academy (HHA) is a PreK through 8th grade public charter school located at 500 South Linwood Avenue in Southeast Baltimore, Maryland, operated by the nonprofit Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP) under charter authorization from Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPSS). The school serves approximately 850-940 students drawn primarily from its defined attendance zone (Broadway west to Haven east, Eastern north to Boston south) with guaranteed K-8 admission for in-zone families; out-of-zone Baltimore City residents historically access remaining seats via lottery, though HHA has been overenrolled and has not accepted lottery/waitlist students since 2022. HHA's curriculum combines Direct Instruction (PreK-5 reading/language), Singapore Math (PreK-4), Eureka Math (5-8), Springboard ELA, Core Knowledge, FOSS, and IQWST science, supplemented by specialized programs including Gifted and Advanced Learning (EGATE-recognized since 2015), Restorative Practices, English Language Development (serving 160+ multilingual learners), Leaders Go Places (6-8 leadership), Leaders Getting Ready (Grade 5), and the Food for Life garden program. Enrichment spans orchestra, band (~90 instruments), art, drama, computer science, LEGO Robotics, and athletics.

Name

Hampstead Hill Academy

Legal name

Hampstead Hill Academy

Website

https://hha47.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Hampstead Hill Academy is a PreK-8 public charter school in Southeast Baltimore, operated by the nonprofit Baltimore Curriculum Project under Baltimore City Public Schools, serving approximately 850-940 students with a research-based curriculum and enrichment programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-8 Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Independent Charter Schools (Single-Site) (EDAJACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Charter Special Education & Inclusive Programs (EDAJACAF), Title I & Compensatory Education Programs (EDAJAGAJ)

Keywords

• Public charter school
• K-8 education
• Early childhood education
• Gifted education programs
• School age childcare

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Per-Pupil Funding: As a public charter school operated by Baltimore Curriculum Project, HHA receives per-pupil funding from Baltimore City Public Schools based on enrollment. The school serves approximately 850-940 students in PreK-8.
2. Free Meal Programs: Through the federal Community Eligibility Program (CEP), breakfast and lunch are provided free to all students regardless of income. Additional funding supports fresh fruit snacks twice weekly.
3. Before and Aftercare Services: Fitness Fun & Games (FF&G) provides fee-based before and aftercare programs. Payment is due by the 10th of the prior month. Program supports working families with extended day care.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Hampstead Hill Academy is a tuition-free Baltimore City public charter school serving approximately 850-940 students in PreK through 8th grade. Operated by the Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP), a nonprofit, the school delivers a full K-8 curriculum (Direct Instruction, Singapore Math, Eureka Math, Springboard, Core Knowledge, FOSS, IQWST) along with specialized programs in gifted education, restorative practices, English language development, environmental education, leadership development, and arts/athletic enrichment. Auxiliary fee-based services include before/aftercare via Fitness Fun & Games and summer camps (Busy Bees, MGP Academic Camp).

Product overview

Hampstead Hill Academy is a PreK through 8th grade Baltimore City public charter school offering a comprehensive educational program. The school operates as a unified educational institution rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. Core academic programs include Direct Instruction for reading/language arts, Singapore Math curriculum, and enrichment classes. Specialized programs include the Gifted and Advanced Learning (GAL) Program, Leaders Go Places (LGP) for middle school leadership development, Leaders Getting Ready (LGR) for 5th graders, Restorative Practices for community building, English Language Development (ELD), and environmental education through the Green School program. Support services include before/aftercare through Fitness Fun & Games, summer camps (Busy Bees and MGP Academic Camp), Food for Life nutrition program, and instrumental music (Orchestra and Band). Communications include the monthly News from the Hill magazine and Buzz Podcast. The school has received a 5-star MSDE rating and is ranked Number 1 in City Schools for elementary and middle school grades.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Gifted and Advanced Learning (GAL) Program A comprehensive gifted education program using universal screening (NNAT2, MAP Growth, multiple data sources) and a COMAR-aligned process to identify advanced learners. Services include flexible cluster groups (early grades), Exceeding-Level classes (grades 3-5), Honors courses (middle school), and gifted-resource pull-out groups using M2/M3 Math, Junior Great Books, and Jacob's Ladder curricula. Recognized as an EGATE school by the Maryland Department of Education since 2015. Targeted at gifted and advanced learners in the PreK-8 student body.
• Leaders Go Places (LGP) Program A middle school incentive program (grades 6-8) that teaches leadership through tracking scholarship (GPA), leadership (behavior and attendance), and citizenship (community service). Students earn merits for positive behaviors and lose merits for tardiness or absences. Uses ClassDojo for tracking and offers recognition ceremonies, branded apparel, and quarterly field trips.
• Leaders Getting Ready (LGR) Program A leadership development program for 5th grade students that incentivizes maintaining good grades and positive behavior in preparation for middle school and the Leaders Go Places program. Uses ClassDojo to track grades and behavior; students complete community service to earn incentives.
• Restorative Practices Program A comprehensive, whole-school approach to building community and reducing conflict based on best practices from the International Institute of Restorative Practices. Includes community-building circles, affective statements/questions, breakfast clubs, lunch bunches, responsive circles, and restorative conversations. Integrated with Second Step and Sanford Harmony SEL programs.
• English Language Development (ELD) Program An English language proficiency program serving over 160 Multilingual Learners who speak various languages at home (primarily Spanish, with additional speakers of Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, and indigenous languages of the Americas). The program builds English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for success in social and academic settings.
• Green School Environmental Education Program An environmental education program focused on authentic environmental education to develop Green Leaders of tomorrow with tools to utilize resources sustainably. Recognized as a Green School by the Maryland State Department of Education.
• Before and Aftercare (FF&G) Fitness Fun & Games (FF&G) before and after-school care program operated Monday through Friday on all school days, providing extended childcare, homework support, and supervised activities. Payment is due by the 10th of the prior month. Supports working families with extended day care needs.
• Busy Bees Summer Camp Summer camp program for HHA students during the summer months. Part of the school's summer programming alongside the MGP Academic Camp with Friends School of Baltimore.
• Food for Life Program Nutrition education program where students learn about healthy eating, taste new foods, and maintain the HHA garden. Based on the award-winning Food is Elementary curriculum developed by the Food Studies Institute. Running since 2004.
• Music Programs (Orchestra and Band) Orchestra program with violins, cellos, and violas, and a band program with nearly 90 instruments. Instrumental music is provided through elective small group instruction as part of the school's enrichment offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94th percentile statewide ranking for elementary grades
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Baltimore Curriculum ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBCP is the operator of Hampstead Hill Academy. Laura Doherty serves as President and CEO, Harold Henry as Chief of Schools. BCP provides operational support, curriculum oversight, and administrative services for the charter school.
• Fitness, Fun & Games (FF&G)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFF&G provides fee-based before and aftercare programs at HHA. Nonprofit organization with tax ID 52-1724298. Operates Monday-Friday on all school days, closed when BCPS closes.
• Baltimore City Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBCPSS is the public school district that charters HHA. Provides per-pupil funding, oversees compliance, and manages enrollment systems including Campus Portal and lottery processes.
• Baltimore Children's ChoirminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner providing choral music opportunities for students.
• Baltimore City Recreation & ParksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity agency partner providing recreational opportunities and support for students.
• BeMore Athletic LeagueminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAthletic league partner. HHA sports teams won multiple championships including Girls' and Boys' Middle School Soccer (Bemore Athletic League Champions).
• BUILDminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization supporting youth development programs.
• CASA De MarylandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerImmigration legal services provider with office in Maryland. Helps support immigrant families at HHA with legal consultations and representation.
• CoppermineminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides daily outdoor recess supervision and athletic coaches for students.
• Creative AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArts organization partner involved in Creative Alliance Lantern Parade and cultural programs.
• Enoch Pratt Free LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBaltimore public library system partner supporting literacy and learning programs.
• Friends of Patterson ParkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization supporting outdoor education and community activities in Patterson Park area.
• Maryland Science OlympiadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHHA participates in Science Olympiad competitions with regional invitational participation.
• Middle Grades PartnershipminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram partner supporting middle school academic enrichment and preparation for high school.
• Outward BoundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides outdoor education experiences including NorthBay and Outward Bound trips for middle school students.
• The Language ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLanguage education partner supporting multilingual learner programs.
• Volo SportsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSports league partner providing athletic programming for students.
• Charm City Run (Mighty Milers Program)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRunning program partner supporting student fitness and the Mighty Milers Program.
• St. Vincent DePaul HeadstartminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarly childhood education partner serving PreK students and families.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BASIS Charter Schools: High-performing charter school network with strong focus on advanced academics and gifted learner programs. Comparable to HHA's Gifted and Advanced Learning program and EGATE recognition in serving accelerated learners.
• Success Academy Charter Schools: High-performing NYC charter school network consistently topping statewide rankings, similar to HHA's #1-in-City-Schools positioning. Comparable in academic outcomes and selective lottery demand.
• Uncommon Schools: Multi-state charter network serving primarily low-income urban students with college-prep focus. Comparable to HHA in serving diverse urban Baltimore families with rigorous academic programs and college-readiness outcomes.
• KIPP Foundation: Nation's largest network of public charter schools serving K-12 across multiple states. Relevant as a broad incumbent in the charter school space with proven replication and operational scale that contrasts with HHA's single-site model.

Direct peers

• City Neighbors Charter School: PreK-8 Baltimore City public charter school with similar project-based, community-focused mission. Most comparable peer given shared geography, grade span, and charter operating model in Baltimore City.
• KIPP Baltimore: KIPP Ujima Village Academy is a Baltimore City public charter school serving elementary and middle school grades with a college-prep mission. Same public charter funding model and Baltimore City operating environment.
• Wolfe Street Academy: Baltimore City public charter elementary school (PreK-5) operated by a nonprofit partner. Comparable charter operating model, public funding structure, and Baltimore City community context.
• Patterson Park Public Charter School: Baltimore City public charter school serving PreK-8 in Southeast Baltimore near Patterson Park. Closest geographic peer to HHA with overlapping attendance areas and similar student demographics.
• Baltimore International Academy: Baltimore City public charter school with language immersion focus. Comparable peer given shared charter model, public funding structure, and multilingual learner programs similar to HHA's 160+ ELL students.
• Green Street Academy: Baltimore City public charter school (6-12) with similar community-embedded model and enrichment focus. Comparable charter operating model within Baltimore City Public Schools system.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HampsteadHillAcademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hampstead-hill-academy

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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