Serving 767 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 25%). 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 13:1 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 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School 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 Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1022 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
71%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
14%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,347 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 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 25% 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?
767 students attend Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School?
Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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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