Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor 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 The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary 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
#1299 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
24%
Black
95%
32%
White
1%
31%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School's ranking?
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School is ranked #1299 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School?
236 students attend The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School?
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School offer ?
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School part of?
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School located?
The Historic Samuel Coleridge-taylor Elementary School is located in the Heritage Crossing neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Heritage Crossing.
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