Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership 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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Baltimore, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 92.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership's student population of 636 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership 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 Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership is 0.08, 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
#1071 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
24%
Black
96%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership's ranking?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership is ranked #1071 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership often compared to?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnershipis often viewed alongside schools like Federal Hill Preparatory Academy, Kipp Harmony Academy 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 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership?
636 students attend Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership offer ?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership part of?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership located?
Elmer A. Henderson A Johns Hopkins Partnership is located in the Middle East neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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