Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, The Mount Washington 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 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Mount Washington School serves the northwest part of its school district in Baltimore, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Mount Washington School's student population of 516 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Mount Washington 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 The Mount Washington School is 0.54, 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
#707 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Mount Washington School's ranking?
The Mount Washington School is ranked #707 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are The Mount Washington School often compared to?
The Mount Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland Park Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend The Mount Washington School?
516 students attend The Mount Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of The Mount Washington School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Mount Washington School?
The Mount Washington School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Mount Washington School offer ?
The Mount Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Mount Washington School part of?
The Mount Washington School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is The Mount Washington School located?
The Mount Washington School is located in the Mount Washington neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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