Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School is located on a sprawling green campus in the Baltimore neighborhood of Locust Point. We deliver on our mission by providing outstanding programming and having committed teachers, students, families, and staff as well as local and nationally renowned community partners. In addition to serving our neighborhood enrollment zone, we offer advanced academics to middle school students from across the city, who are admitted based on entrance criteria.

Vision and Mission

Vision: Within a community of caring adults focused on encouraging all students to excel, Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle’s scholars will be prepared to achieve academic and social success in high school and beyond, and to become leaders of tomorrow.

Mission:  Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School recognizes and nurtures the potential of each student from Pre-k through 8th grade by developing the whole child, providing a challenging academic program that includes highly engaging experiential learning opportunities, and elevating the students' voice.

Core Values

Be Kind – Quality of being friendly, generous, considerate; treat others how you want to be treated. 

Be Persistent – Don’t give up until you accomplish your goal; not giving up; not getting frustrated and quitting. 

Be Curious – Ask questions; don’t be afraid to make mistakes; don’t be afraid to take risks. 

Be Patient – Be understanding and considerate; make yourself wait; listen to other first; have empathy and feel for others. 

Be Your Best Self – Be your personal best even when no one is watching; make ethical decisions; follow your moral compass; choose what is right despite more attractive options.

Address: 1425 E Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230

Phone: 410-396-1503