Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Arundel 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 2%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arundel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arundel Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arundel Elementary 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)2%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≤1%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
90%
33%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Arundel Elementary School often compared to?
Arundel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay-brook Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MD state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MD state average).
How many students attend Arundel Elementary School?
427 students attend Arundel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Arundel Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arundel Elementary School?
Arundel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arundel Elementary School offer ?
Arundel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arundel Elementary School part of?
Arundel Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Arundel Elementary School located?
Arundel Elementary School is located in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Hill.
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