Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou 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 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou's student population of 296 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou 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 Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou is 0.08, 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)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
24%
Black
96%
32%
White
n/a
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
92%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
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 Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou's ranking?
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou 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 Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou?
296 students attend Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou?
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou offer ?
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou part of?
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou located?
Mary Ann Winterling Elementary At Bentalou is located in the Lexington neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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