Serving 1,365 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Roland Park Elementary Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 1,365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roland Park Elementary Middle School's student population of 1,365 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roland Park Elementary Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roland Park Elementary Middle School is 0.68, 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
#323 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
46%
33%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roland Park Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Roland Park Elementary Middle School is ranked #323 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Roland Park Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Roland Park Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Mount Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Roland Park Elementary Middle School?
1,365 students attend Roland Park Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Roland Park Elementary Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roland Park Elementary Middle School?
Roland Park Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roland Park Elementary Middle School offer ?
Roland Park Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roland Park Elementary Middle School part of?
Roland Park Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Roland Park Elementary Middle School located?
Roland Park Elementary Middle School is located in the Wyndhurst neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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