Serving 703 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walter P. Carter 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle's student population of 703 students has grown by 108% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walter P. Carter 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 Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is 0.10, 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
#1142 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
95%
33%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle's ranking?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is ranked #1142 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle often compared to?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Tunbridge Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
703 students attend Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle offer ?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle part of?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
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