Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Medfield Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Medfield Heights Elementary School's student population of 451 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Medfield Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medfield Heights Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#450 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
33%
33%
White
42%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medfield Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is ranked #450 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Medfield Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Medfield Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland Park Elementary Middle School, Hampden Elementary Middle School, The Mount Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Medfield Heights Elementary School?
451 students attend Medfield Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Medfield Heights Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medfield Heights Elementary School?
Medfield Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Medfield Heights Elementary School offer ?
Medfield Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Medfield Heights Elementary School part of?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Medfield Heights Elementary School located?
Medfield Heights Elementary School is located in the Medfield neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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