Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Arundel Elementary 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 2%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arundel Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arundel Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)2%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤1%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
87%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Arundel Elementary School often compared to?
Arundel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay-brook Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MD state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MD state average).
How many students attend Arundel Elementary School?
434 students attend Arundel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Arundel Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arundel Elementary School?
Arundel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arundel Elementary School offer ?
Arundel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arundel Elementary School part of?
Arundel Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Arundel Elementary School located?
Arundel Elementary School is located in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Hill.
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