Baltimore Design School

Baltimore Design School is a public transformation school located in Baltimore, Maryland, dedicated to fostering creativity and developing academic and critical thinking skills in students from 6th through 12th grade. The school prepares students for college and careers in the design fields of architecture, fashion, and graphic design. As a Baltimore City public school, it integrates design throughout its academic curriculum and offers Career and Technology Education (CTE) pathways.

The school offers specialized programs in fashion design, graphic design, and architecture, providing students with a comprehensive college preparatory education. Students are encouraged to develop their portfolios, which include sketchbooks, works of choice, and pathway design assignments, to showcase their design ideas and skills. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to be extraordinary and unconventional designers.

Baltimore Design School has been recognized as the #1 high school in Baltimore City by U.S. News & World Report. The school is committed to supporting the whole student, with a focus on creativity, resilience, and self-improvement. It offers a range of student resources, including counseling and guidance, to ensure students are well-prepared for their future endeavors in the design industry.