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#32 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 2% in state

Pinewood Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools

200 Rickswood Rd, Timonium, MD 21093

Enrollment

587

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#32 of 1,363

In Timonium

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Pinewood Elementary

9.3/10

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

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6.5/10

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About Pinewood Elementary

Pinewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Timonium, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Pinewood Elementary serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.9% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+43.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+37.6 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+19.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,666
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Pinewood Elementary — Students at Pinewood Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 82.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2025
Math
73.9%
ELA
88.7%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Pinewood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in MD
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

200 Rickswood Rd, Timonium, MD 21093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riderwood Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Towson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Timonium Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Towson Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Timonium, see our Timonium schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER Cockeysville 0.9 mi 6.5
Padonia International Elementary Cockeysville 1.2 mi 4.2
ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL Cockeysville 1.3 mi 5.1
Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville 1.5 mi 8.0
HAVENWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL CENTER Lutherville 1.5 mi
Pot Spring Elementary Timonium 1.5 mi 7.0
LOTS OF LOVE DAYCARE AND SCHOOL Lutherville 1.7 mi
Timonium Elementary Timonium 1.5 mi 9.4
Ridgely Middle Lutherville 1.6 mi 8.1
Cockeysville Middle Cockeysville 2.0 mi 6.2
Dulaney High Timonium 1.8 mi 6.5
Riderwood Elementary Towson 2.2 mi 9.7
Mays Chapel Elementary Timonium 1.8 mi 8.8
VALLEY BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Lutherville 2.1 mi
Ridge/Ruxton School Baltimore 2.7 mi 1.8
GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville 2.4 mi 7.6
West Towson Elementary Baltimore 2.8 mi 9.2
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Brooklandville 2.2 mi 7.0
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Baltimore 2.9 mi
Warren Elementary Cockeysville 2.6 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,771

Median Home Value

$466,200

Median Rent

$1,581/mo

Population

38,895

College Educated

67.9%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinewood Elementary

What grades does Pinewood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Pinewood Elementary?

Pinewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood 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 Pinewood Elementary rank in MD?

Pinewood Elementary ranks #32 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Pinewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Pinewood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pinewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pinewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

16.4% of students at Pinewood 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

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

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