Excellent
#4 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 1% in state
Riderwood Elementary
Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools
1711 Landrake Rd, Towson, MD 21204
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#4 of 1,363
In Towson
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 169
Baltimore County Public Schools
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Riderwood Elementary
Riderwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Towson, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Riderwood Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Riderwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Riderwood Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.7 · Excellent
- District avg 5.5
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Riderwood Elementary — Students at Riderwood Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Riderwood Elementary Compares
See how Riderwood 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
1711 Landrake Rd, Towson, MD 21204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riderwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Timonium Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Timonium), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pinewood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Timonium), with a comparable rating. Additionally, West Towson Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Towson, see our Towson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Baltimore | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ridge/Ruxton School Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 1.8 |
| West Towson Elementary Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| LOYOLA BLAKEFIELD Towson | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| LOTS OF LOVE DAYCARE AND SCHOOL Lutherville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Brooklandville | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Pinewood Elementary Timonium | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| VALLEY BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Lutherville | 1.9 mi | — |
| George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology Towson | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HAVENWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL CENTER Lutherville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Ridgely Middle Lutherville | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MARYVALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lutherville | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST TIMOTHY'S SCHOOL Stevenson | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Summit Park Elementary Baltimore | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER Cockeysville | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Towson | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Timonium Elementary Timonium | 2.6 mi | 9.4 |
| BOYS LATIN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Baltimore | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,452
Median Home Value
$571,800
Median Rent
$1,894/mo
Population
19,605
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cold Spring Elementary Potomac, MD | 9.7 |
| Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda, MD | 9.7 |
| Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg, MD | 9.7 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary Bethesda, MD | 9.6 |
| West Friendship Elementary West Friendship, MD | 9.6 |
| Ocean City Elementary Ocean City, MD | 9.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riderwood Elementary
What grades does Riderwood Elementary serve?
Riderwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riderwood Elementary?
Riderwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riderwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Riderwood Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riderwood Elementary rank in MD?
Riderwood Elementary ranks #4 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Riderwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Riderwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Riderwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riderwood Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riderwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Riderwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riderwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Riderwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riderwood Elementary?
7.4% of students at Riderwood 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Baltimore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (410) 887-3568
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District
Baltimore County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,275
- Schools in District
- 179
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,666
- District Rank
- #1 of 169
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