Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Berkshire 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkshire Elementary School's student population of 514 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berkshire Elementary 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 Berkshire Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#957 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
45%
24%
Black
14%
32%
White
32%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkshire Elementary School's ranking?
Berkshire Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Berkshire Elementary School often compared to?
Berkshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colgate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Berkshire Elementary School?
514 students attend Berkshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Berkshire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkshire Elementary School?
Berkshire Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkshire Elementary School offer ?
Berkshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berkshire Elementary School part of?
Berkshire Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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