Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montebello 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 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than 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: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montebello Elementary serves the northeast part of Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montebello Elementary Middle School's student population of 542 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Montebello 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 Montebello Elementary Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1246 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
Showing 2004–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montebello Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Montebello Elementary Middle School is ranked #1246 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Montebello Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Montebello Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret Brent Elementary Middle School, Robert W. Coleman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Montebello Elementary Middle School?
542 students attend Montebello Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Montebello Elementary Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montebello Elementary Middle School?
Montebello Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montebello Elementary Middle School offer ?
Montebello Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montebello Elementary Middle School part of?
Montebello Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Montebello Elementary Middle School located?
Montebello Elementary Middle School is located in the Harford Echodale Perring Parkway neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harford Echodale Perring Parkway.
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