Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1296 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
85%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215's ranking?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is ranked #1296 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 often compared to?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215is often viewed alongside schools like Highlandtown Elementary/middle #237 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215?
414 students attend Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 offer ?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 part of?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 located?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is located in the Highlandtown neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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