Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Glenmount 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 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenmount Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glenmount Elementary Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenmount 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 Glenmount Elementary Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1105 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
89%
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
76%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenmount Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Glenmount Elementary Middle School is ranked #1105 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenmount Elementary Middle School?
657 students attend Glenmount Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Glenmount Elementary Middle School students are Black, 7% 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 Glenmount Elementary Middle School?
Glenmount Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenmount Elementary Middle School offer ?
Glenmount Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenmount Elementary Middle School part of?
Glenmount Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenmount Elementary Middle School located?
Glenmount Elementary Middle School is located in the Glenham Belford neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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