Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Carroll Barrister 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Charles Carroll Barrister 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 Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#887 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
51%
23%
Black
33%
33%
White
12%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
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 Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwest Baltimore Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School?
287 students attend Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School offer ?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School part of?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School located?
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School is located in the Pigtown neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Pigtown.
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