Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pimlico 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pimlico Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pimlico Elementary Middle School's student population of 764 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1910
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Mascot
Thoroughbred
School Rankings
Pimlico 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 Pimlico Elementary Middle School is 0.29, 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
#1335 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
83%
33%
White
1%
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
83%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thoroughbred
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pimlico Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Pimlico Elementary Middle School is ranked #1335 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pimlico Elementary Middle School often compared to?
Pimlico Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fallstaff Elementary Middle School, Wellwood International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pimlico Elementary Middle School?
764 students attend Pimlico Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Pimlico Elementary Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pimlico Elementary Middle School?
Pimlico Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pimlico Elementary Middle School offer ?
Pimlico Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pimlico Elementary Middle School part of?
Pimlico Elementary Middle School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is Pimlico Elementary Middle School located?
Pimlico Elementary Middle School is located in the Cylburn neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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