Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. 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 6-9% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary serves the east part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Succeeds
School Rankings
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. 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 Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. 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
#1299 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
95%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is ranked #1299 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School?
300 students attend Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School?
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School part of?
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School located?
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is located in the Oliver neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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