Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morrell Park Elementary/middle 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 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morrell Park Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morrell Park Elementary/middle's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morrell Park Elementary/middle ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morrell Park Elementary/middle is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1175 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
31%
33%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morrell Park Elementary/middle's ranking?
Morrell Park Elementary/middle is ranked #1175 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Morrell Park Elementary/middle often compared to?
Morrell Park Elementary/middleis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Elementary School, Violetville Elementary/middle 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 20% MD state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Morrell Park Elementary/middle?
436 students attend Morrell Park Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Morrell Park Elementary/middle students are White, 31% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morrell Park Elementary/middle?
Morrell Park Elementary/middle has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Morrell Park Elementary/middle offer ?
Morrell Park Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Morrell Park Elementary/middle part of?
Morrell Park Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Morrell Park Elementary/middle located?
Morrell Park Elementary/middle is located in the Morrell Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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