Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mount Royal Elementary/middle ranks in the top 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Royal Elementary/middle ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mount Royal Elementary/middle's student population of 782 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Royal Elementary/middle ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Royal Elementary/middle is 0.30, 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
#610 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
83%
33%
White
10%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Royal Elementary/middle's ranking?
Mount Royal Elementary/middle is ranked #610 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Mount Royal Elementary/middle?
782 students attend Mount Royal Elementary/middle.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mount Royal Elementary/middle students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Royal Elementary/middle?
Mount Royal Elementary/middle has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Royal Elementary/middle offer ?
Mount Royal Elementary/middle offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Royal Elementary/middle part of?
Mount Royal Elementary/middle is part of Baltimore City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Royal Elementary/middle located?
Mount Royal Elementary/middle is located in the Bolton Hill neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Bolton Hill.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
this school has excellent academic after school programs. They focus on the childs neeeds and they are determined to meet that point.
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