Garrett Heights Elementary/middle

2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Garrett Heights 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50% in MD
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Garrett Heights Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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School Overview

Garrett Heights Elementary/middle's student population of 352 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings

Garrett Heights Elementary/middle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle is 0.25, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MD)
#1113 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤5%
20%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Maryland by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
10-14%
36%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Maryland by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
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Hispanic
2%
21%
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Black
86%
33%
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White
9%
34%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.25
This chart display the diversity score of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle and the public school average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Garrett Heights Elementary/middle and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Maryland by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garrett Heights Elementary/middle's ranking?
Garrett Heights Elementary/middle is ranked #1113 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Garrett Heights Elementary/middle often compared to?
Garrett Heights Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Elementary/middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Garrett Heights Elementary/middle?
352 students attend Garrett Heights Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrett Heights Elementary/middle?
Garrett Heights Elementary/middle has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrett Heights Elementary/middle offer ?
Garrett Heights Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garrett Heights Elementary/middle part of?
Garrett Heights Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   4/26/2021
GHEMS is a wonderful school there is always something for kids to do. Today was Green Apple Day, so we planted squash and helped mulch the playground. All the staff and families are wonderful, I love this school.
- Posted by Parent - Mrs. L
5   2/20/2020
My child has been at Garrett Heights for two years now, and I am extremely happy with the experience we've had. She has an excellent teacher and the culture of the school is rapidly changing for the better compared to previous years. Her classroom has 21 students, a teacher, and a para, and she happily goes to school every day. The new principal that started during the 2018-2019 school year has completely transformed the school. I couldn't be more pleased with the direction she is taking the school in. She holds the staff to a high standard, genuinely loves the students, and has brought many new and critically important resources to the school. I am excited to see where she continues to take the school in the coming years!
- Posted by Parent - EC
5   3/23/2019
I love GHEMS and so do my kids. Last year the school was horrible kids were always running around the principals where no where to be found. But this year with the new principal Mrs. Traynham and the staff someone is always there for my kids. Kids are in the classrooms teachers are there. The entire tone of the building has changed. The teachers are really professional I feel like they care about my kids. The school is making a 360 change and I am glad that we stayed.
- Posted by Parent - Ms. M
4   3/2/2019
Garrett Heights is on the move the new Montessori Inspired program and the new principal have made a real difference this year.
- Posted by Teacher - Mrs. z

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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