Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Beechfield Elementary Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Beechfield Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Beechfield Elementary Middle School's student population of 534 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Beechfield Elementary Middle 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 Beechfield Elementary Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1327 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
90%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Beechfield Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Beechfield Elementary Middle School is ranked #1327 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Beechfield Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Beechfield Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Bend Elementary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Beechfield Elementary Middle School?
534 students attend Beechfield Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Beechfield Elementary Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beechfield Elementary Middle School?
Beechfield Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beechfield Elementary Middle School offer ?
Beechfield Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beechfield Elementary Middle School part of?
Beechfield Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Beechfield Elementary Middle School located?
Beechfield Elementary Middle School is located in the Irvington neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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