Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riderwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riderwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riderwood Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riderwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riderwood Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#34 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
74%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riderwood Elementary School's ranking?
Riderwood Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Riderwood Elementary School often compared to?
Riderwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Towson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Riderwood Elementary School?
392 students attend Riderwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Riderwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riderwood Elementary School?
Riderwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riderwood Elementary School offer ?
Riderwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riderwood Elementary School part of?
Riderwood Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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