Serving 831 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Graceland Park/O'Donnel Heights Elementary serves the eastern part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School's student population of 831 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
831 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights 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 Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1260 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)
16%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is ranked #1260 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School, Hampstead Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
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 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School?
831 students attend Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School offer ?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School part of?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School located?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is located in the Graceland Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Graceland Park.
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