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Chadwick Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools

1918 Winder Rd, Baltimore, MD 21244

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#938 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#105 of 267

public schools

In district

#71 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Chadwick Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chadwick Elementary

Chadwick Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Chadwick Elementary serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Chadwick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Chadwick Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.5% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,666
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Chadwick Elementary — Students at Chadwick Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
30.7%
ELA
47.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How Chadwick Elementary Compares

See how Chadwick Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in MD
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
68%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1918 Winder Rd, Baltimore, MD 21244

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chadwick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodbridge Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Watershed Public Charter (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Dogwood Elementary Baltimore 0.4 mi 3.4
CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor Mill 0.5 mi
Watershed Public Charter Woodlawn 0.7 mi 8.2
Woodbridge Elementary Baltimore 1.4 mi 8.4
AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.2 mi 8.6
ARLINGTON BAPTIST SCHOOL Baltimore 1.7 mi 5.6
Featherbed Lane Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 5.3
Woodlawn High Baltimore 1.7 mi 3.9
Southwest EDLP at Woodlawn High School Towson 1.7 mi
Southwest Academy Baltimore 1.9 mi 4.7
WINDSOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baltimore 2.2 mi
Hebbville Elementary Baltimore 2.2 mi 6.1
Woodmoor Elementary Baltimore 2.0 mi 3.5
Woodlawn Middle Baltimore 2.1 mi 5.7
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore 2.5 mi 6.0
Johnnycake Elementary Baltimore 2.2 mi 3.8
Meadowood Education Center Baltimore 2.0 mi
Catonsville Middle Catonsville 2.7 mi 6.0
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore 2.4 mi 6.4
Winfield Elementary Baltimore 2.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,849

Median Home Value

$271,200

Median Rent

$1,538/mo

Population

39,545

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

35.3

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Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro, MD 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chadwick Elementary

What grades does Chadwick Elementary serve?

Chadwick Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Chadwick Elementary?

Chadwick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chadwick Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Chadwick Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chadwick Elementary rank in MD?

Chadwick Elementary ranks #938 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Chadwick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Chadwick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Chadwick Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chadwick Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chadwick Elementary a charter school?

No, Chadwick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chadwick Elementary a Title I school?

No, Chadwick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chadwick Elementary?

68.1% of students at Chadwick Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

Baltimore County Public Schools
District Enrollment
110,275
Schools in District
179
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,666
District Rank
#71 of 169

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