Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights 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 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School's student population of 699 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights 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 Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is 0.37, 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
#1242 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
78%
22%
Black
16%
33%
White
6%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is ranked #1242 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School, Hampstead Hill Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School?
699 students attend Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School offer ?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School part of?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School located?
Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School is located in the Graceland Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Graceland Park.
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