Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Norwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwood Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
A 21st Century Learning Community
School Rankings
Norwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwood Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#861 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
54%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
25%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwood Elementary School's ranking?
Norwood Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Norwood Elementary School often compared to?
Norwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodward Parkway Elementary School, James J Ambrose School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Norwood Elementary School?
521 students attend Norwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Norwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwood Elementary School?
Norwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norwood Elementary School offer ?
Norwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwood Elementary School part of?
Norwood Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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