Serving 1,061 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John Ruhrah 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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-8
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School's student population of 1,061 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,061 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
John Ruhrah 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 John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1294 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
90%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
6%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
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 John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School's ranking?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School is ranked #1294 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School often compared to?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Graceland Park/o'donnell Heights Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School?
1,061 students attend John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School offer ?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School part of?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School located?
John Ruhrah Elementary Middle School is located in the Greektown neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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