Serving 513 students in grades 3-8, The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School's student population of 513 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle 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 The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1333 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
89%
32%
White
2%
31%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)93.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School's ranking?
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School is ranked #1333 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School?
513 students attend The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School?
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School offer ?
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School part of?
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School located?
The Historic Cherry Hill Elementary Middle School is located in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Hill.
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