School Overview
Highlandtown Elementary #215, located in the vibrant Highlandtown neighborhood of Baltimore, serves as a foundational educational hub for the local community. Operating under the Baltimore City Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes core academic subjects while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for a diverse student body. The school is deeply integrated into the Pratt Street corridor, acting as a neighborhood anchor that strives to meet the unique needs of its students through structured classroom instruction and community engagement.

Beyond standard academics, the school reflects the cultural richness of its surrounding area, which is known for its strong community ties and historic character. By maintaining a focus on student growth and social-emotional development, Highlandtown Elementary #215 works to prepare its young learners for successful transitions to middle school. For families interested in the school’s specific programs, academic performance metrics, or enrollment details, the official district website serves as the primary resource for the latest updates and administrative information.
405
Total Students
36.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #215
Demographic Student Count
White4
Hispanic356
Black43
Asian1
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    356 (87.9%)
  • Black
    43 (10.6%)
  • White
    4 (1.0%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Baltimore City Public Schools
Phone: (410)396-9381
Website: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org/schools/215
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 405
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 258
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 21
Kindergarten 30
Grade 1 38
Grade 2 40
Grade 3 31
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 47
Grade 6 53
Grade 7 44
Grade 8 53

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #215
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten21
Kindergarten30
Grade 138
Grade 240
Grade 331
Grade 448
Grade 547
Grade 653
Grade 744
Grade 853
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Highlandtown Elementary/Middle #215
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22254.8%
Male18345.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)