Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carney 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carney Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Carney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carney Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#887 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
58%
33%
White
23%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carney Elementary School's ranking?
Carney Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Carney Elementary School often compared to?
Carney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Halstead Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carney Elementary School?
513 students attend Carney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Carney Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carney Elementary School?
Carney Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carney Elementary School offer ?
Carney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carney Elementary School part of?
Carney Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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