Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Relay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Relay Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Relay 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 Relay Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#536 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
20%
33%
White
44%
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
45%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Relay Elementary School's ranking?
Relay Elementary School is ranked #536 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Relay Elementary School often compared to?
Relay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbutus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Relay Elementary School?
574 students attend Relay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Relay Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Relay Elementary School?
Relay Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Relay Elementary School offer ?
Relay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Relay Elementary School part of?
Relay Elementary School is part of Baltimore County Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Relay Elementary School located?
Relay Elementary School is located in the Relay neighborhood of Halethorpe, MD.
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