Serving 572 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Featherbed Lane 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Featherbed Lane Elementary serves the southwest part of Gwynn Oak, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Featherbed Lane Elementary School's student population of 572 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Featherbed Lane 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 Featherbed Lane Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#938 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Featherbed Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Featherbed Lane Elementary School is ranked #938 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Featherbed Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Featherbed Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Featherbed Lane Elementary School?
572 students attend Featherbed Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Featherbed Lane Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Featherbed Lane Elementary School?
Featherbed Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Featherbed Lane Elementary School offer ?
Featherbed Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Featherbed Lane Elementary School part of?
Featherbed Lane Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I would like to know d names of my old teachers nurse, library teacher, art teacher, pe teacher, music teacher and aside from I like some photos if u still have them or d photograper that took our class picture.. I been researching since the last 34 yrs oof my life hoping I can find them alive hopefully iif not give my respect of they pass away like our mrs yates which i fould that she passed away just this yr2013 & my report card record even if it photo copy than you very mush if ever U reply my letter on line.. annabel escalona (dohlus)
5 10/10/2025
Great school, I have a 30-year-old family member that had my pre-k teacher and to this day that teacher still remembers all of my Generations names. All the events here are very memorable and really fun for the kids all the teachers are really nice. Overall, this is a really great School.
5 10/10/2025
Staff & community all work together for students.
5 10/10/2025
Great school & the teachers are amazing.
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school.
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