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#934 of 1,363 schools in MD
Harlem Park Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Baltimore City Public Schools
1401 W Lafayette Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#934 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#101 of 267
public schools
In district
#63 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Harlem Park Elementary/middle
Harlem Park Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Harlem Park Elementary/middle serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harlem Park Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Harlem Park Elementary/middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harlem Park Elementary/middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
54% of students at Harlem Park Elementary/middle 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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Harlem Park Elementary/middle — Students at Harlem Park Elementary/middle score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 7.1/10.
How Harlem Park Elementary/middle Compares
See how Harlem Park Elementary/middle 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
1401 W Lafayette Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harlem Park Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Matthew A. Henson Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, New Song Academy (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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
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|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Carter G Woodson Elementary Crisfield, MD | 5.3 |
| Chadwick Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Featherbed Lane Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro, MD | 5.3 |
| Kenilworth Elementary Bowie, MD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harlem Park Elementary/middle
What grades does Harlem Park Elementary/middle serve?
Harlem Park Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Harlem Park Elementary/middle?
Harlem Park Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harlem Park Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Harlem Park Elementary/middle is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harlem Park Elementary/middle rank in MD?
Harlem Park Elementary/middle ranks #934 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Harlem Park Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Harlem Park Elementary/middle 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 Harlem Park Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harlem Park Elementary/middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Harlem Park Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Harlem Park Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harlem Park Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Harlem Park Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harlem Park Elementary/middle?
92.1% of students at Harlem Park Elementary/middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (410) 396-0633
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #63 of 149
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