Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riderwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riderwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riderwood Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riderwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riderwood Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#135 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
8%
33%
White
76%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riderwood Elementary School's ranking?
Riderwood Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Riderwood Elementary School often compared to?
Riderwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Towson Elementary School, Timonium Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Riderwood Elementary School?
381 students attend Riderwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Riderwood Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riderwood Elementary School?
Riderwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riderwood Elementary School offer ?
Riderwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riderwood Elementary School part of?
Riderwood Elementary School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools School District.
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