Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Seneca 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seneca Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seneca Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1088 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
41%
32%
White
36%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seneca Wolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Elementary School's ranking?
Seneca Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Seneca Elementary School often compared to?
Seneca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Beach Elementary School, Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Seneca Elementary School?
344 students attend Seneca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Seneca Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Elementary School?
Seneca Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seneca Elementary School offer ?
Seneca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seneca Elementary School part of?
Seneca Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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