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The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore City Public Schools

507 W Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#829 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#78 of 267

public schools

In district

#49 of 149

Baltimore City Public Schools

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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5.7/10

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About The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

64% of students at The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.4% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.7 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,977
Chronic Absenteeism63.7%

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary — Students at The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary score 15% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 23.0% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
10.7%
ELA
18.4%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary Compares

See how The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in MD
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.7%

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

507 W Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Royal Elementary/Middle (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James McHenry Elementary/Middle (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Joseph C. Briscoe Academy Baltimore 0.1 mi
Furman Templeton Preparatory Academy Baltimore 0.2 mi 4.9
Booker T. Washington Middle Baltimore 0.3 mi 6.0
Renaissance Academy Baltimore 0.3 mi 5.2
MOTHER MARY LANGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baltimore 0.5 mi 4.1
Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women Baltimore 0.5 mi 5.3
Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore 0.5 mi 8.0
ST JOHN SCHOOL Baltimore 0.6 mi 6.4
Midtown Academy Baltimore 0.7 mi 4.7
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.7 mi 7.4
Excel Academy at Francis M. Wood High Baltimore 0.6 mi 5.5
THE LOYOLA SCHOOL Baltimore 0.7 mi
James McHenry Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.9 mi 5.5
Dorothy I. Height Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 2.8
Harlem Park Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.8 mi 5.3
Augusta Fells Savage Institute of Visual Arts Baltimore 0.8 mi 5.9
Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy West Baltimore 0.8 mi 4.5
Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy Baltimore 0.9 mi 5.8
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.5
Sandtown-Winchester Achievement Academy Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,722

Median Home Value

$221,900

Median Rent

$1,282/mo

Population

17,819

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

11%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

32.5%

Median Age

32.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary

What grades does The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary serve?

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary?

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary rank in MD?

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary ranks #829 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary a charter school?

No, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary a Title I school?

No, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary?

93.1% of students at The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.7%

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