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New Town Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools

4924 New Town Blvd, Owings Mills, MD 21117

Enrollment

782

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Owings Mills

#5 of 7

public schools

Maryland elementary schools

#616 of 882

In district

#78 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Strong

About New Town Elementary

New Town Elementary serves students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Owings Mills, Maryland, located in Baltimore County's large suburban area. The school enrolls 782 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1 across its 42 full-time equivalent teachers. Academically, New Town Elementary has room for growth.

The school's MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 reflects its current standing at the 27th percentile among Maryland schools. In English Language Arts and reading, 39% of students across grade levels scored proficient or above on state assessments, while mathematics proficiency sits at 23% across grades. These results suggest the school is focusing on strengthening student achievement in core academic areas.

For families considering New Town Elementary, it's worth noting that the school is part of the larger Baltimore County public system and serves a diverse suburban community. Parents may want to discuss specific academic supports and intervention programs with the school directly to understand how the school is working to improve student outcomes in reading and mathematics.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.95 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.1%
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency41%
Expected (poverty-adj.)39%
vs. Expected+1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment1.9Significantly Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,538

New Town Elementary — Students at New Town Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.8%
School
State
30.2%
ELA Proficiency 39.8%
School
State
51.1%

Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
33.3%
ELA
49.1%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How New Town Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in MD
Academic
7.0/10
7.0/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
1.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers

Location

4924 New Town Blvd, Owings Mills, MD 21117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Town Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randallstown Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Randallstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deer Park Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hernwood Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Randallstown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Owings Mills, see our Owings Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
New Town High Owings Mills 0.1 mi 5.3
Deer Park Elementary Owings Mills 1.0 mi 7.6
Lyons Mill Elementary Owings Mills 1.0 mi 6.6
Deer Park Middle Magnet School Randallstown 1.1 mi 5.8
HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills 1.3 mi 7.6
Owings Mills High Owings Mills 1.7 mi 4.3
CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Owings Mills 1.5 mi
Randallstown High Randallstown 1.8 mi 4.3
Owings Mills Elementary Owings Mills 2.1 mi 6.6
Hernwood Elementary Randallstown 2.2 mi 7.1
Cedarmere Elementary Reisterstown 2.5 mi 4.5
MCDONOGH SCHOOL Owings Mills 2.1 mi 7.2
Randallstown Elementary Randallstown 2.7 mi 8.5
Franklin High Reisterstown 3.1 mi 5.0
Timber Grove Elementary Owings Mills 3.0 mi 6.4
TORAH INSTITUTE Owings Mills 2.6 mi 4.9
BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Owings Mills 3.0 mi
Church Lane Elementary Randallstown 3.1 mi 5.5
Reisterstown Elementary Reisterstown 3.5 mi 4.0
SHAFER CENTER FOR EARLY INTERVENTION- THE Owings Mills 3.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,934

Median Home Value

$370,700

Median Rent

$1,817/mo

Population

61,337

College Educated

47.8%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

36.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding New Town Elementary has a median household income of $100,934. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $370,700, with a median rent of $1,817/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Fallstaff Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 6.2
Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring, MD 6.2
Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville, MD 6.2
Lincolnshire Elementary Hagerstown, MD 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Town Elementary

What grades does New Town Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend New Town Elementary?

New Town Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Town Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at New Town Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Town Elementary rank in MD?

New Town Elementary is ranked #727 out of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is New Town Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

New Town Elementary has a composite rating of 6.2 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 New Town Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, New Town Elementary has 25.8% math proficiency and 39.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is New Town Elementary a charter school?

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

Is New Town Elementary a Title I school?

No, New Town Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.3% of students at New Town 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
782
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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