Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Relay Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Relay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Relay Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Relay Elementary School 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 Relay Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#766 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
18%
33%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Relay Elementary School's ranking?
Relay Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Relay Elementary School often compared to?
Relay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbutus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Relay Elementary School?
602 students attend Relay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Relay Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Relay Elementary School?
Relay Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Relay Elementary School offer ?
Relay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Relay Elementary School part of?
Relay Elementary School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Relay Elementary School located?
Relay Elementary School is located in the Relay neighborhood of Halethorpe, MD.
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