Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baltimore Highlands 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 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Baltimore Highlands Elementary 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 Baltimore Highlands Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1099 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
43%
23%
Black
25%
33%
White
21%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Baltimore Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Baltimore Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbutus Elementary School, Battle Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Baltimore Highlands Elementary School?
495 students attend Baltimore Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Baltimore Highlands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baltimore Highlands Elementary School?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baltimore Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baltimore Highlands Elementary School part of?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Baltimore Highlands Elementary School located?
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School is located in the Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands neighborhood of Halethorpe, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands.
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