Serving 682 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Fort Worthington 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle 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 Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1343 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
77%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
44%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is ranked #1343 out of 1,347 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School?
682 students attend Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School offer ?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School part of?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School located?
Fort Worthington Elementary Middle School is located in the Berea neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Berea.
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