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Winfield Elementary

Elementary School · Baltimore County Public Schools

8300 Carlson Ln, Baltimore, MD 21207

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#886 of 1,363

In Baltimore

#92 of 267

public schools

In district

#65 of 169

Baltimore County Public Schools

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

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

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About Winfield Elementary

Winfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, MD, part of Baltimore County Public Schools. Winfield Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Winfield Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.9% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,666
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Winfield Elementary — Students at Winfield Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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
78%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
18.1%
ELA
29.9%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Winfield Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in MD
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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

8300 Carlson Ln, Baltimore, MD 21207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watershed Public Charter (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Randallstown Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Randallstown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winand Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Windsor Mill Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi 5.5
WINDSOR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baltimore 0.7 mi
Church Lane Elementary Randallstown 1.0 mi 3.5
Scotts Branch Elementary Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.0
Randallstown Elementary Randallstown 1.3 mi 6.4
ARLINGTON BAPTIST SCHOOL Baltimore 1.3 mi 5.6
Winand Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 6.3
Northwest Academy of Health Sciences Baltimore 1.4 mi 5.5
Hebbville Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.1
Milford Mill Academy Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.9
Northwest EDLP at Milford Mill Academy Towson 1.6 mi
Randallstown High Randallstown 2.2 mi 3.7
TALMUDICAL ACADEMY OF BALTIMORE, INC. Baltimore 2.0 mi 5.3
TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-BALTIMORE Baltimore 2.0 mi 5.3
Dogwood Elementary Baltimore 2.5 mi 3.4
CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor Mill 2.6 mi
Watershed Public Charter Woodlawn 2.5 mi 8.2
MILFORD MILL CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Baltimore 2.2 mi
MCDONOGH SCHOOL Owings Mills 2.8 mi 7.2
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 2.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,284

Median Home Value

$248,400

Median Rent

$1,390/mo

Population

49,599

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

61.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winfield Elementary

What grades does Winfield Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Winfield Elementary?

Winfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winfield Elementary rank in MD?

Winfield Elementary ranks #886 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Winfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Winfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Winfield Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

64.7% of students at Winfield 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

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

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