Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Grove Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Grove 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 Pine Grove Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#581 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
32%
33%
White
41%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Pine Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Grove Elementary School is ranked #581 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pine Grove Elementary School?
475 students attend Pine Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pine Grove Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Grove Elementary School?
Pine Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove Elementary School offer ?
Pine Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove Elementary School part of?
Pine Grove Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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