Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesapeake Terrace Elementary serves the southeast part of Sparrows Point, MD, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Families living within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone edge being about 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School's student population of 345 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#638 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
88%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgemere Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School?
345 students attend Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School?
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School part of?
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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