Below Average
#1130 of 1,363 schools in MD
Dorothy I. Height Elementary
Elementary School · Baltimore City Public Schools
2011 Linden Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Baltimore
#209 of 267
public schools
Maryland elementary schools
#800 of 882
In district
#124 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
About Dorothy I. Height Elementary
Dorothy I. Height Elementary is a public elementary school located in Baltimore, Maryland, at the address 2011 Linden Avenue. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 432 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1.
There are 25 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to providing education in this urban setting. Dorothy I. Height Elementary focuses on the development and well-being of its students, though academic performance metrics show room for improvement.
The school’s MySchoolScout Rating is 2.7 out of 10, with a state ranking of #1299 out of 1364 schools in Maryland, placing it in the 5th percentile. In terms of proficiency rates, only 7% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading and 5% in math. Despite these challenges, Dorothy I.
Height Elementary remains committed to supporting its community within a large city environment.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Dorothy I. Height Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy I. Height Elementary — Students at Dorothy I. Height Elementary score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.4/10.
How Dorothy I. Height Elementary Compares
See how Dorothy I. Height Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 7.5% (2019) to 7.8% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 7.5% (2019) to 11.3% (2025).
Location
2011 Linden Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dorothy I. Height Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Matthew A. Henson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harlem Park Elementary/Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,207
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
31,125
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
32.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
40.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Dorothy I. Height Elementary has a median household income of $37,207. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,900, with a median rent of $1,065/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carrollton Elementary New Carrollton, MD | 4.9 |
| Germantown Elementary Annapolis, MD | 4.9 |
| Glenmar Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.9 |
| Hollywood Elementary College Park, MD | 4.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Towson, MD | 4.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary Columbia, MD | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dorothy I. Height Elementary
What grades does Dorothy I. Height Elementary serve?
Dorothy I. Height Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dorothy I. Height Elementary?
Dorothy I. Height Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dorothy I. Height Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dorothy I. Height Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dorothy I. Height Elementary rank in MD?
Dorothy I. Height Elementary is ranked #1130 out of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Dorothy I. Height Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy I. Height Elementary has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dorothy I. Height Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Dorothy I. Height Elementary has 5.1% math proficiency and 6.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Dorothy I. Height Elementary a charter school?
No, Dorothy I. Height Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dorothy I. Height Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dorothy I. Height Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dorothy I. Height Elementary?
88.9% of students at Dorothy I. Height 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
- City Safety
- High (5,784/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Baltimore). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Phone
- (410) 396-0837
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #124 of 149
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