Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Halstead Academy 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Halstead Academy serves the southeast part of Parkville, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halstead Academy's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Halstead Academy 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 Halstead Academy is 0.40, 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
#1022 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
76%
32%
White
3%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halstead Academy's ranking?
Halstead Academy is ranked #1022 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Halstead Academy often compared to?
Halstead Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Carney Elementary School, Oakleigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Halstead Academy?
489 students attend Halstead Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Halstead Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halstead Academy?
Halstead Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Halstead Academy offer ?
Halstead Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halstead Academy part of?
Halstead Academy is part of Baltimore County School District.
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