Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Church Lane 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Church Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Church Lane Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Reconnecting, Empowering, Engaging and Launching the Next Generation!
School Rankings
Church Lane 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 Church Lane Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#997 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
14%
24%
Black
77%
32%
White
2%
31%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Church Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Church Lane Elementary School is ranked #997 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Church Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Church Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Church Lane Elementary School?
273 students attend Church Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Church Lane Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Church Lane Elementary School?
Church Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Church Lane Elementary School offer ?
Church Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Church Lane Elementary School part of?
Church Lane Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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