Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gunpowder Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gunpowder Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gunpowder Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gunpowder Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#405 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
22%
33%
White
48%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gunpowder Elementary School's ranking?
Gunpowder Elementary School is ranked #405 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gunpowder Elementary School often compared to?
Gunpowder Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill Elementary School, Perry Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Gunpowder Elementary School?
493 students attend Gunpowder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Gunpowder Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gunpowder Elementary School?
Gunpowder Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gunpowder Elementary School offer ?
Gunpowder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gunpowder Elementary School part of?
Gunpowder Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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