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February 5, 1852
Virginia Free Press
Charles Town, Jefferson County, West Virginia
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The 23rd annual report of Baltimore's Board of School Commissioners highlights increased instructional means, emphasis on Normal Schools for teacher training, building improvements, and reduced costs compared to other cities. 12,387 pupils instructed, costing $64,000 for the year.
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PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN BALTIMORE.
The 23d annual report of the Board of School Commissioners discloses some gratifying results. During the last year the means of instruction have been considerably increased. The importance of Normal Schools, in producing well-trained Teachers, is dwelt upon with emphasis. Various improvements are suggested in the school buildings. The reduction in the cost of these schools is strikingly illustrated by comparison.
The cost of each pupil per annum (averaged for the High, Grammar and Primary Schools) in Baltimore is at present $6.05; in Philadelphia the average cost per pupil is $7.70.
"The cost of each pupil in the Male High School, per annum, is $29.63 in Baltimore; $40.68 in Philadelphia; and $69.91 in New York. The average cost per pupil in the Grammar Schools of Baltimore is $4.43 per annum; in Philadelphia $7.11; in New York, $6.86; and in Boston, $10.94 per annum."
The number of pupils who received instruction in the Baltimore Schools the past year was 12,387- of which, 2,938 were free pupils.
The amount of money required, for the current year, for all purposes, will be about $64,000. The amount received since 1825 is stated at $1,297,918.
This is the true way to build up a State. Baltimore is not only keeping up emulation in internal improvements for commerce and trade, but for the Intellect and the heart. She is a noble city.
The 23d annual report of the Board of School Commissioners discloses some gratifying results. During the last year the means of instruction have been considerably increased. The importance of Normal Schools, in producing well-trained Teachers, is dwelt upon with emphasis. Various improvements are suggested in the school buildings. The reduction in the cost of these schools is strikingly illustrated by comparison.
The cost of each pupil per annum (averaged for the High, Grammar and Primary Schools) in Baltimore is at present $6.05; in Philadelphia the average cost per pupil is $7.70.
"The cost of each pupil in the Male High School, per annum, is $29.63 in Baltimore; $40.68 in Philadelphia; and $69.91 in New York. The average cost per pupil in the Grammar Schools of Baltimore is $4.43 per annum; in Philadelphia $7.11; in New York, $6.86; and in Boston, $10.94 per annum."
The number of pupils who received instruction in the Baltimore Schools the past year was 12,387- of which, 2,938 were free pupils.
The amount of money required, for the current year, for all purposes, will be about $64,000. The amount received since 1825 is stated at $1,297,918.
This is the true way to build up a State. Baltimore is not only keeping up emulation in internal improvements for commerce and trade, but for the Intellect and the heart. She is a noble city.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Public Schools
Baltimore Education
School Costs
Normal Schools
Pupil Numbers
Teacher Training
Where did it happen?
Baltimore
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Baltimore
Event Date
Last Year
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The 23rd annual report shows increased instructional resources, emphasis on Normal Schools, suggested building improvements, and lower per-pupil costs compared to Philadelphia, New York, and Boston. 12,387 pupils instructed, including 2,938 free; annual budget $64,000.