Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinewood Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinewood Elementary serves the southern part of Lutherville Timonium, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pinewood Elementary School's student population of 598 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinewood Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinewood Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#7 out of 1338 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
59%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinewood Elementary School's ranking?
Pinewood Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pinewood Elementary School often compared to?
Pinewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timonium Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary School?
598 students attend Pinewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Pinewood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinewood Elementary School?
Pinewood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pinewood Elementary School offer ?
Pinewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pinewood Elementary School part of?
Pinewood Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Pinewood Elementary School located?
Pinewood Elementary School is located in the Mays Chapel neighborhood of Lutherville Timonium, MD.
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