Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Johnnycake 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 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnnycake Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Johnnycake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnnycake Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1156 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
47%
33%
White
5%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Johnnycake Elementary School's ranking?
Johnnycake Elementary School is ranked #1156 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Johnnycake Elementary School often compared to?
Johnnycake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catonsville Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Johnnycake Elementary School?
571 students attend Johnnycake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Johnnycake Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnnycake Elementary School?
Johnnycake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnnycake Elementary School offer ?
Johnnycake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnnycake Elementary School part of?
Johnnycake Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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