Serving 37 students in grades 1-8, Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle's student population of 37 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#961 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
84%
33%
White
13%
34%
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
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle's ranking?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle is ranked #961 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle often compared to?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Leith Walk Elementary/middle, Northwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle?
37 students attend Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle offer ?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle part of?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle located?
Lois T. Murray Elementary/middle is located in the Wilson Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilson Park.
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