Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harlem Park 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 2% (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 13:1 is lower 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlem Park Elementary serves the southwest part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School's student population of 402 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Harlem Park 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 Harlem Park Elementary Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1330 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
24%
Black
97%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem Park Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School is ranked #1330 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?
2% 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 Harlem Park Elementary Middle School?
402 students attend Harlem Park Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harlem Park Elementary Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlem Park Elementary Middle School?
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlem Park Elementary Middle School offer ?
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlem Park Elementary Middle School part of?
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Harlem Park Elementary Middle School located?
Harlem Park Elementary Middle School is located in the Harlem Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harlem Park.
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