Serving 1,070 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lakeland 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,070 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeland Elementary/Middle serves the southern part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakeland Elementary Middle School's student population of 1,070 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,070 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Lakeland 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 Lakeland Elementary Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1038 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
76%
24%
Black
19%
32%
White
4%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Lakeland Elementary Middle School is ranked #1038 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lakeland Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Lakeland Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Harmony Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lakeland Elementary Middle School?
1,070 students attend Lakeland Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lakeland Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland Elementary Middle School?
Lakeland Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lakeland Elementary Middle School offer ?
Lakeland Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeland Elementary Middle School part of?
Lakeland Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakeland Elementary Middle School located?
Lakeland Elementary Middle School is located in the Lakeland neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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