Serving 35 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lois T. Murray 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School's student population of 35 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives
School Rankings
Lois T. Murray 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 Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School is 0.20, 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
#990 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
89%
33%
White
n/a
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
16%
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 Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School is ranked #990 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leith Walk Elementary Middle School, Northwood Elementary School, Sharp-leadenhall Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School?
35 students attend Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School students are Black, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School offer ?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School part of?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School located?
Lois T. Murray Elementary Middle School is located in the Wilson Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Wilson Park.
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