Below Average
#1169 of 1,363 schools in MD
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Baltimore City Public Schools
820 E 43rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21212
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,169 of 1,363
In Baltimore
#168 of 267
public schools
In district
#102 of 149
Baltimore City Public Schools
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About Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore City Public Schools. Walter P.
Carter Elementary/middle serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,169 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle 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
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Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle — Students at Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.6/10.
How Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle Compares
See how Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle 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
820 E 43rd Street, Baltimore, MD 21212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tunbridge Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVERT SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,752
Median Home Value
$357,900
Median Rent
$1,328/mo
Population
33,425
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.2
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| Brock Bridge Elementary Laurel, MD | 4.3 |
| Cora L. Rice Elementary Landover, MD | 4.3 |
| Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel, MD | 4.3 |
| Owings Mills Elementary Owings Mills, MD | 4.3 |
| Walter S. Mills - Parole Elementary Annapolis, MD | 4.3 |
| Gaithersburg Elementary Gaithersburg, MD | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle
What grades does Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle serve?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle rank in MD?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle ranks #1,169 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle?
85.2% of students at Walter P. Carter Elementary/middle 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 818
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.7%
- Phone
- (410) 396-6271
Resources & Links
District
Baltimore City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 75,811
- Schools in District
- 151
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,977
- District Rank
- #102 of 149
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