Serving 705 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fort Worthington 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Worthington Elementary serves the eastern part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Worthington 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 Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1325 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
76%
32%
White
1%
31%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is ranked #1325 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School?
705 students attend Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School offer ?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School part of?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School located?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is located in the Berea neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Berea.
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