Needs Improvement
#1325 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
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,325 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#243 of 267
public schools
In district
#137 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
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About Dorothy I. Height Elementary
Dorothy I. Height Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Dorothy I.
Height Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dorothy I. Height Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,325 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Dorothy I. Height Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Dorothy I. Height Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy I. Height Elementary — Students at Dorothy I. Height Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
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 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.0/10.
How Dorothy I. Height Elementary Compares
See how Dorothy I. Height Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
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. Mount Royal Elementary/Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE GREENMOUNT SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary Baltimore, MD | 2.8 |
| Norwood Elementary Baltimore, MD | 2.8 |
| Sussex Elementary Baltimore, MD | 2.7 |
| McCormick Elementary Baltimore, MD | 2.9 |
| Pleasant Plains Elementary Towson, MD | 2.9 |
| Berkshire Elementary Baltimore, MD | 2.6 |
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 ranks #1,325 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Dorothy I. Height Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy I. Height Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Dorothy I. Height Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dorothy I. Height Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (410) 396-0837
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #137 of 149
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