Serving 818 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walter P. Carter 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 14% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School's student population of 818 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter P. Carter 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 Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1323 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
95%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School is ranked #1323 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tunbridge Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
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 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School?
818 students attend Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School offer ?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School part of?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School located?
Walter P. Carter Elementary Middle School is located in the Wilson Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilson Park.
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