Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlandtown Elementary #215 serves the southeast part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215's student population of 405 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 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 Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is 0.22, 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
#1296 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
88%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215's ranking?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is ranked #1296 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 often compared to?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215is often viewed alongside schools like Highlandtown Elementary/middle #237 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215?
405 students attend Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 offer ?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 part of?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 located?
Highlandtown Elementary/middle #215 is located in the Highlandtown neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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