Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hampden Elementary/middle ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hampden Elementary/middle's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampden Elementary/middle ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Elementary/middle is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
41%
33%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampden Elementary/middle's ranking?
Hampden Elementary/middle is ranked #562 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hampden Elementary/middle often compared to?
Hampden Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Roland Park Elementary/middle by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Hampden Elementary/middle?
460 students attend Hampden Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hampden Elementary/middle students are White, 41% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Elementary/middle?
Hampden Elementary/middle has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampden Elementary/middle offer ?
Hampden Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Elementary/middle part of?
Hampden Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/26/2018
I feel very lucky to have my child at this school. It has a nice neighborhood feel and it is consistently one of the highest performing elementary/middle schools in Baltimore City. The teachers are dedicated and turnover is low. The principal is motivated, accessible (very!), and focused on taking a whole-child approach to education. My child's class size is small and there are plenty of school-wide events and "extras" to keep students engaged. The parent and community support also is impressive (PTO, Friends of Hampden, and community partners).
1 11/24/2017
Need more monitoring...especially after school. The workers including helpers need to learn how to communicate with a respectful tone and not come off as a bully. Im an adult and i dont accept being talked down to.
5 5/13/2017
Posted March 04, 2017- a parentI have two children at this school (2nd grade and kindergarten). They have both been offered opportunities for gifted and advanced learning and come home happy and brimming with knowledge every day. They enjoy recess, art, and reading time in the gorgeous new library. My husband and I are so happy with the challenging curriculum at Hampden and the excellent quality of the teaching.
5 10/8/2015
Hi im a student who went to hampden elementrey/ middle school #55 and to be honest i miss the school very much im in high school but i wish i was still in #55 i miss all of my teachers and the staff. But most of all I miss being a MUSTANG!!!!!!!! I wish there was some way to go back in the school but there isn't and i miss all of my friends that i met at #55 and my middle school teachers i miss them a lot i had the same teachers for 3 years and i wish i still had them now because they love there students and help them as much as they can i recomend this school for any child i loved it there at #55 and so will u and now that i realize it im glad my sisters are still in #55 and i hope they love that school like i did because once your gone out of #55 you would still wish that could be your school forever.
sinceraly,
your student,
Mariah Sowder
i LOVE YOU #55 and i MISS YOU so MUCH DONT FORGET ME
AND GO MUSTANGS
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