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Park Elementary

Elementary School · Anne Arundel County Public Schools

201 East 11th Ave, Baltimore, MD 21225

Enrollment

551

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#851 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#81 of 267

public schools

In district

#78 of 123

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Park Elementary

5.6/10

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

Brooklyn Park Elementary

3.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Park Elementary

Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Park Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Park Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,624
Chronic Absenteeism27.6%

Park Elementary — Students at Park Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (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
87%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
19.7%
ELA
33%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
38th percentile in MD
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

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

201 East 11th Ave, Baltimore, MD 21225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Academy (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Glen Burnie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakeland Elementary/Middle (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linthicum Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Linthicum), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Brooklyn Park Elementary Baltimore 0.4 mi 3.9
Brooklyn Park Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 6.8
Bay-Brook Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 3.7
Belle Grove Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 4.0
Maree Garnett Farring Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.0 mi 3.6
Curtis Bay Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 5.4
Benjamin Franklin High School at Masonville Cove Baltimore 1.1 mi 3.2
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.9 mi 5.0
North Glen Elementary Glen Burnie 2.2 mi 4.2
Arundel Elementary Baltimore 2.2 mi 1.8
Baltimore Highlands Elementary Baltimore 2.0 mi 3.8
Monarch Academy Glen Burnie 2.5 mi 7.6
North County High Glen Burnie 2.5 mi 5.1
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Linthicum Heights 2.3 mi 5.0
Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie 2.6 mi 3.8
Overlook Elementary Linthicum 2.3 mi 4.0
George T. Cromwell Elementary Glen Burnie 2.8 mi 5.6
Lakeland Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.8 mi 7.0
Lansdowne High Baltimore 2.7 mi 3.5
Linthicum Elementary Linthicum 2.7 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,069

Median Home Value

$214,000

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

Population

34,469

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

53.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

22.3%

Median Age

35.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 5.6
Cresthaven Elementary Silver Spring, MD 5.6
George T. Cromwell Elementary Glen Burnie, MD 5.6
Germantown Elementary Annapolis, MD 5.6
Greenbelt Elementary Greenbelt, MD 5.6
Meadowvale Elementary Havre De Grace, MD 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Elementary

What grades does Park Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Park Elementary?

Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Elementary rank in MD?

Park Elementary ranks #851 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Park Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

87.5% of students at Park 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anne Arundel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.6%

District

Anne Arundel County Public Schools
District Enrollment
84,346
Schools in District
126
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,624
District Rank
#78 of 123

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