Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert W. Coleman Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert W. Coleman Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1280 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Black
98%
33%
White
n/a
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert W. Coleman Elementary School's ranking?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School is ranked #1280 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Robert W. Coleman Elementary School often compared to?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montebello Elementary Middle School, Frederick Douglass High School, Roland Park Elementary Middle School 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 25% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Robert W. Coleman Elementary School?
228 students attend Robert W. Coleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Robert W. Coleman Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert W. Coleman Elementary School?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert W. Coleman Elementary School offer ?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert W. Coleman Elementary School part of?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert W. Coleman Elementary School located?
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School is located in the Mondawmin neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Mondawmin.
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