Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School's student population of 23 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
23 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence for every student in every school.
School Rankings
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle 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 Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is 0.17, 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
#990 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
91%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)91.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is ranked #990 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School, Joseph C. Briscoe Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School?
23 students attend Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School students are Black, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School offer ?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School part of?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School located?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is located in the South Clifton Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in South Clifton Park.
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