Serving 910 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Leith Walk 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leith Walk Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School's student population of 910 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
910 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
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Year Founded
2021
School Rankings
Leith Walk 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 Leith Walk Elementary Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1264 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
92%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
White
1%
31%
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Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 2017)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Show full history, 1999–2015
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leith Walk Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School is ranked #1264 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Leith Walk Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School, Yorkwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Leith Walk Elementary Middle School?
910 students attend Leith Walk Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Leith Walk Elementary Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leith Walk Elementary Middle School?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leith Walk Elementary Middle School offer ?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leith Walk Elementary Middle School part of?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Leith Walk Elementary Middle School located?
Leith Walk Elementary Middle School is located in the Ramblewood neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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