Saint Ignatius Loyola Academy in Baltimore

Saint Ignatius Loyola Academy in Baltimore St. Ignatius Loyola Academy is a tuition-free, independent, Jesuit school providing opportunities th Grounded in the Jesuit mission of social justice, St.

Ignatius Loyola Academy was founded in 1993 to address a critical need for quality education for children of diverse races, ethnicities and religions from at-risk neighborhoods in Baltimore. Enrollment in the Academy is determined by a variety of factors including financial need, a demonstrated desire to succeed, and residence in Baltimore. The Academy is an 11 month school year program with an ex

tended school day (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM). Academy graduates attend competitive college preparatory high schools in Baltimore and the mid-Atlantic region. Our signature Graduate Support Program assists students with high school admissions and follows them through high school and into college with resources to guide their continued success.

• 98% of St. Ignatius Loyola Academy graduates receive a high school diploma, as compared to the rate of 64% for males in Baltimore City
• 88% of Academy graduates matriculate at post-secondary educational institutions
• 100% of the students at the Academy qualify for the Federal Free and Reduced Meal program
• Only 30 students are admitted each year to the incoming 5th grade class
• Class sizes are small, ranging from 12-15 students per class

Since the Academy's first eighth-grade graduating class in 1996, students have progressed to attend outstanding college preparatory high schools, including Gilman School, Loyola Blakefield, McDonogh School, Calvert Hall College High School, Boys' Latin School, Mt. Joseph's High School, Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, Baltimore City College, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, St. Paul's School and Georgetown Preparatory School. Academy graduates have attended many outstanding institutions, including Loyola University Maryland, Boston College, Morgan State University, Oberlin College, Georgetown University, Vanderbilt University, Morehouse College, the United States Military Academy at West Point, and the U.S. Naval Academy. Ignatius Loyola Academy is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools of Maryland and DC (AIMS) and a member of the Jesuit School Network.

Congratulations to the Academy’s Founder, Fr. Watters! You continue to inspire us!
09/04/2026

Congratulations to the Academy’s Founder, Fr. Watters! You continue to inspire us!

Team work makes the dream work! Our robotics team is working on building team dynamics - learning to communicate, work t...
09/04/2026

Team work makes the dream work! Our robotics team is working on building team dynamics - learning to communicate, work together, and support each other as they prepare for the new season!

The Academy welcomed back families today for orientation. Though we started the school year in July, we are all ready fo...
08/25/2026

The Academy welcomed back families today for orientation. Though we started the school year in July, we are all ready for the next chapter of the school year!

Each day, the Academy begins with the Prayer of Generosity.
07/31/2026

Each day, the Academy begins with the Prayer of Generosity.

07/31/2026

Today, Jesuits around the world celebrate The Feast of Saint Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), wh...
07/31/2026

Today, Jesuits around the world celebrate The Feast of Saint Ignatius, founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), who passed away on this day in 1556.

Join us in celebrating the life of this remarkable man, by, as he put it himself, "Go forth and set the world on fire." Make a difference today and everyday!

Fantastically fun!
07/27/2026

Fantastically fun!

A few of our favorite moments from 5th & 6th Grade Brotherhood Day!
07/27/2026

A few of our favorite moments from 5th & 6th Grade Brotherhood Day!

6th graders did an excellent job on their World Cup presentations! ⚽️
07/24/2026

6th graders did an excellent job on their World Cup presentations! ⚽️

Ready for adventure! These 3 Academy 7th graders are off to Teton Science School!
07/20/2026

Ready for adventure! These 3 Academy 7th graders are off to Teton Science School!

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300 E Gittings Street
Baltimore, MD
21230

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+14105398268

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