Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 773 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Armistead Gardens Elementary serves the eastern part of Baltimore, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School's student population of 773 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
773 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
'Strive for Excellence'
School Rankings
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School 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 Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1041 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Blue
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is ranked #1041 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Callaway Elementary School, Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School?
773 students attend Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School offer ?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School part of?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School located?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is located in the Armistead Gardens neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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