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Westchester Elementary School

2300 Old Frederick Rd
Catonsville, MD 21228
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westchester Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 686 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20% in MD
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Westchester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Westchester Elementary School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Westchester Stars
School Mascot
Stars

School Rankings

Westchester Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#188 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
50%
27%
68%
45%
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
54%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Stars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westchester Elementary School's ranking?
Westchester Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westchester Elementary School often compared to?
Westchester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westchester Elementary School?
686 students attend Westchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westchester Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Elementary School?
Westchester Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Elementary School offer ?
Westchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westchester Elementary School part of?
Westchester Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 686 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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