Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yorkwood Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yorkwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Yorkwood Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yorkwood Elementary 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 Yorkwood Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1111 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
93%
33%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yorkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Yorkwood Elementary School is ranked #1111 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Yorkwood Elementary School often compared to?
Yorkwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School, Leith Walk Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Yorkwood Elementary School?
329 students attend Yorkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Yorkwood Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yorkwood Elementary School?
Yorkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yorkwood Elementary School offer ?
Yorkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Yorkwood Elementary School part of?
Yorkwood Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Yorkwood Elementary School located?
Yorkwood Elementary School is located in the Loch Raven neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
School Reviews
5 7/22/2013
i went to this school before and i still miss my friends there. i didn't want to leave this school but it was for the best i recommend this school for any one. [ P.S. have fun at fun day there, if you are going. ]
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