The brief
The top-rated elementary schools in Baltimore for 2026 are Westchester Elementary (9.3/10), The Green School of Baltimore (9.2/10), and Perry Hall Elementary (8.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 181 elementary schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Baltimore's elementary landscape spans 183 ranked schools, giving families a wide range of options across the metro. Scores run the full spectrum, with an average composite of 6.5/10 — but 67 schools clear the 7/10 mark, meaning strong options are distributed across the city rather than concentrated in a single pocket. Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle leads the rankings at 9.3/10, followed closely by Clay Hill Public Charter School (9.2/10) and Harford Heights Elementary (9.1/10). The table below lets you sort by overall score, test performance, and other key metrics to find the schools that fit your priorities. Whether you're weighing proximity, academics, or school type, the data gives you a direct comparison across all 183 schools. Use the filters to narrow the list and dig into individual school profiles for a closer look.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 19.3
- 29.2
- 38.8
- 48.7
- 58.6
- 68.5
- 78.5
- 88.4
- 98.3
- 108.3
All 181 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 181
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Westchester ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 686student-teacher ratio 16.3:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 2The Green School of BaltimorecharterBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 163student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades Kindergarten–8th
- 3Perry Hall ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 432student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 4Woodbridge ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 455student-teacher ratio 16.2:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 5Arbutus ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 379student-teacher ratio 14.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 6Fort Garrison ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 286student-teacher ratio 13.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 7Winfield ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 439student-teacher ratio 14.2:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 8Wolfe Street AcademycharterBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 234student-teacher ratio 9.8:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 9Armistead Gardens Elementary/middleBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 767student-teacher ratio 12.6:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 10Lakeland Elementary/middleBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 1,052student-teacher ratio 13.0:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 11Powhatan ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 222student-teacher ratio 11.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 12Patterson Park Public Charter SchoolcharterBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 727student-teacher ratio 13.7:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 13Charles Carroll Barrister ElementaryBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 287student-teacher ratio 10.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 14Belle Grove ElementaryAnne Arundel County Public Schoolsstudents 312student-teacher ratio 10.1:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 15Charlesmont ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 353student-teacher ratio 14.7:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 16Federal Hill Preparatory AcademyBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 313student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 17Furley ElementaryBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 389student-teacher ratio 13.4:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 18Govans ElementarycharterBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 403student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 19Roland Park Elementary/middleBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 1,345student-teacher ratio 20.1:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 20Bedford ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 315student-teacher ratio 17.5:1grades 1st–5th
- 21Chadwick ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 589student-teacher ratio 13.7:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 22Rodgers Forge ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 382student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades Kindergarten–5th
- 23Winand ElementaryBaltimore County Public Schoolsstudents 452student-teacher ratio 15.6:1grades Pre-K–5th
- 24James Mchenry Elementary/middleBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 610student-teacher ratio 14.5:1grades Pre-K–8th
- 25Margaret Brent Elementary/middleBaltimore City Public Schoolsstudents 237student-teacher ratio 11.3:1grades Pre-K–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Maryland education department. Rankings are relative to all public elementary schools in Maryland. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Westchester Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
686 students · 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 1% in Maryland
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 8.0
- 2
The Green School of Baltimore
Baltimore City Public Schools
163 students · 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Kindergarten–8th
Top 1% in Maryland · charter
- Academics
- 8.0
- Growth
- 9.9
- Environment
- 9.5
- 3
Perry Hall Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
432 students · 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 4% in Maryland
- Academics
- 9.4
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 6.2
- 4
Woodbridge Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
455 students · 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 5% in Maryland
- Academics
- 9.2
- Growth
- 8.7
- Environment
- 8.1
- 5
Arbutus Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
379 students · 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 6% in Maryland
- Academics
- 8.6
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 7.0
- 6
Fort Garrison Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
286 students · 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Maryland
- Academics
- 9.8
- Growth
- 7.3
- Environment
- 9.4
- 7
Winfield Elementary
Baltimore County Public Schools
439 students · 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 7% in Maryland
- Academics
- 7.1
- Growth
- 10.0
- Environment
- 7.0
- 8
Wolfe Street Academy
Baltimore City Public Schools
234 students · 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–5th
Top 8% in Maryland · charter
- Academics
- 6.1
- Growth
- 9.2
- Environment
- 9.7
- 9
Armistead Gardens Elementary/middle
Baltimore City Public Schools
767 students · 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–8th
Top 9% in Maryland
- Academics
- 7.5
- Growth
- 9.0
- Environment
- 7.9
- 10
Lakeland Elementary/middle
Baltimore City Public Schools
1,052 students · 13.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades Pre-K–8th
Top 9% in Maryland
- Academics
- 6.5
- Growth
- 9.3
- Environment
- 8.5
Questions
What is the best elementary school in Baltimore, Maryland?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Westchester Elementary is the top-rated elementary school in Baltimore with a composite score of 9.3/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many elementary schools are in Baltimore, Maryland?
Baltimore has 232 elementary schools, including 23 charter schools. Of these, 217 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average elementary school rating in Baltimore?
Among 217 Baltimore elementary schools with a composite score, the average is 5.8/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Maryland).
How does MySchoolScout rate elementary schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Maryland, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Maryland, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Baltimore elementary school rankings?
Baltimore has 23 charter elementary schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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