Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gwynns Falls 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gwynns Falls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gwynns Falls Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Gwynns Falls 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 Gwynns Falls Elementary School 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
#1170 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
96%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gwynns Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Gwynns Falls Elementary School is ranked #1170 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gwynns Falls Elementary School often compared to?
Gwynns Falls 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Gwynns Falls Elementary School?
228 students attend Gwynns Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gwynns Falls Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gwynns Falls Elementary School?
Gwynns Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gwynns Falls Elementary School offer ?
Gwynns Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gwynns Falls Elementary School part of?
Gwynns Falls Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Gwynns Falls Elementary School located?
Gwynns Falls Elementary School is located in the Hanlon Longwood neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Hanlon Longwood.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
this is a wonderful school. My child has learned so much from this school. It is just wonderful!
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