Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lansdowne 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lansdowne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lansdowne Elementary School's student population of 603 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lansdowne 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 Lansdowne 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
#1121 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
39%
24%
Black
22%
32%
White
26%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Lansdowne Elementary School's ranking?
Lansdowne Elementary School is ranked #1121 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lansdowne Elementary School often compared to?
Lansdowne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lansdowne Elementary School?
603 students attend Lansdowne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lansdowne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lansdowne Elementary School?
Lansdowne Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lansdowne Elementary School offer ?
Lansdowne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lansdowne Elementary School part of?
Lansdowne Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lansdowne Elementary School located?
Lansdowne Elementary School is located in the Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands neighborhood of Halethorpe, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands.
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