Serving 611 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fallstaff Elementary Middle 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fallstaff Elementary serves the northwest part of Baltimore, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School's student population of 611 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Fallstaff Elementary Middle 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 Fallstaff Elementary Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1273 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
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
62%
24%
Black
36%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fallstaff Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School is ranked #1273 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fallstaff Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Pimlico Elementary Middle School, Arlington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fallstaff Elementary Middle School?
611 students attend Fallstaff Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fallstaff Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fallstaff Elementary Middle School?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fallstaff Elementary Middle School offer ?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fallstaff Elementary Middle School part of?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fallstaff Elementary Middle School located?
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School is located in the Fallstaff neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Fallstaff.
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