Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary E. Rodman 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Mary E. Rodman 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 Mary E. Rodman Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#1227 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
94%
33%
White
1%
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
89%
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 Mary E. Rodman Elementary School's ranking?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mary E. Rodman Elementary School often compared to?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wildwood Elementary Middle School, Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mary E. Rodman Elementary School?
424 students attend Mary E. Rodman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mary E. Rodman Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary E. Rodman Elementary School?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary E. Rodman Elementary School offer ?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary E. Rodman Elementary School part of?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary E. Rodman Elementary School located?
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School is located in the Allendale neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Allendale.
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