Serving 29 students in grades 2-8, 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 25%). 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.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- 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
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle 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 Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is 0.19, 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
#961 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
90%
33%
White
7%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
44%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School is ranked #961 out of 1,347 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 25% 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?
29 students attend Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 2-8 (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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