Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Town 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than 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: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Town Elementary School's student population of 772 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
772 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Town 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 New Town Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#672 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
81%
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
51%
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 New Town Elementary School's ranking?
New Town Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 1,338 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend New Town Elementary School?
772 students attend New Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Town Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Town Elementary School?
New Town Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Town Elementary School offer ?
New Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Town Elementary School part of?
New Town Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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