Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hernwood 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Community Size
School Overview
Hernwood Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Hernwood Elementary School is a community school committed to creating a safe, secure, and inclusive learning environment where all staff are committed to excellence and high expectations for learning by providing equitable, engaging, and responsive instr
School Rankings
Hernwood 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 Hernwood Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#810 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
80%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Hernwood Elementary School's ranking?
Hernwood Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hernwood Elementary School often compared to?
Hernwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Church Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hernwood Elementary School?
345 students attend Hernwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hernwood Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hernwood Elementary School?
Hernwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernwood Elementary School offer ?
Hernwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hernwood Elementary School part of?
Hernwood Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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