Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reisterstown 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 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reisterstown Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
School Rankings
Reisterstown 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 Reisterstown 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
#1074 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
42%
33%
White
11%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
44%
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 Reisterstown Elementary School's ranking?
Reisterstown Elementary School is ranked #1074 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Reisterstown Elementary School often compared to?
Reisterstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glyndon Elementary School, Cedarmere Elementary School, Chatsworth School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Reisterstown Elementary School?
527 students attend Reisterstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Reisterstown Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reisterstown Elementary School?
Reisterstown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reisterstown Elementary School offer ?
Reisterstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reisterstown Elementary School part of?
Reisterstown Elementary School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools.
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