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#481 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 35% in state

Summit Park Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools

6920 Diana Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#481 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#37 of 267

public schools

In district

#38 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Summit Park Elementary

7.1/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Summit Park Elementary

Summit Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Summit Park Elementary serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Park Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,666
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Summit Park Elementary — Students at Summit Park Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 72.3% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
99.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
40.5%
ELA
52.7%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Summit Park Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in MD
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

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

6920 Diana Rd, Baltimore, MD 21209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Garrison Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Lutherville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Wellwood International School Pikesville 0.9 mi 4.4
Pikesville High Baltimore 1.1 mi 5.6
BALTIMORE TORAH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi
CHEDER D'KAHAL CHASSIDIM Baltimore 1.8 mi 6.1
Pikesville Middle Baltimore 1.5 mi 3.9
ST TIMOTHY'S SCHOOL Stevenson 1.9 mi 8.8
BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.4
YESHIVAT MEKOR CHAIM Baltimore 2.0 mi
The Mount Washington School Baltimore 1.7 mi 4.8
Cross Country Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.8 mi 6.1
Fort Garrison Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 9.5
Arlington Elementary Baltimore 2.2 mi 5.3
Fallstaff Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.9 mi 4.1
OHR CHADASH ACADEMY Pikesville 1.9 mi 6.2
Pimlico Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.4 mi 4.6
KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 2.1 mi 7.0
Milbrook Elementary Baltimore 2.3 mi 3.2
Park Heights Academy Baltimore 2.7 mi 4.8
GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville 2.8 mi 7.6
JEWELS SCHOOL Pikesville 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,669

Median Home Value

$418,800

Median Rent

$1,640/mo

Population

30,766

College Educated

60.4%

Homeownership

57.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bel Air Elementary Cumberland, MD 7.1
Charles H. Chipman Elementary Salisbury, MD 7.1
Creative City Public Charter School Baltimore, MD 7.1
HARFORD DAY SCHOOL Bel Air, MD 7.1
HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kensington, MD 7.1
Mattaponi Elementary Upper Marlboro, MD 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Park Elementary

What grades does Summit Park Elementary serve?

Summit Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Summit Park Elementary?

Summit Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Park Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Park Elementary rank in MD?

Summit Park Elementary ranks #481 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Summit Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Summit Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Park Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summit Park Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Summit Park Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

28.7% of students at Summit 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
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

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

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