Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Medfield Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medfield Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Medfield Heights Elementary School's student population of 451 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Medfield Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medfield Heights Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#506 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
33%
33%
White
42%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
6%
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 Medfield Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is ranked #506 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Medfield Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Medfield Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland Park Elementary Middle School, Hampden Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Medfield Heights Elementary School?
451 students attend Medfield Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Medfield Heights Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Medfield Heights Elementary School?
Medfield Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medfield Heights Elementary School offer ?
Medfield Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Medfield Heights Elementary School part of?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Medfield Heights Elementary School located?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is located in the Medfield neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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