Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Callaway 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Callaway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Callaway Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
We ROAR! The students, families, and staff at Callaway work together as life-long learners to ensure that all of our students excel, becoming critical thinkers and responsible citizens.
School Rankings
Callaway Elementary 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 Callaway Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1314 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
95%
33%
White
n/a
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
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 Callaway Elementary School's ranking?
Callaway Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Callaway Elementary School often compared to?
Callaway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armistead Gardens Elementary Middle School, Cross Country Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Callaway Elementary School?
219 students attend Callaway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Callaway Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Callaway Elementary School?
Callaway Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Callaway Elementary School offer ?
Callaway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Callaway Elementary School part of?
Callaway Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Callaway Elementary School located?
Callaway Elementary School is located in the Dolfield neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dolfield.
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