Rodgers Forge Elementary

rodgersforgees.bcps.org

412 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Rodgers Forge Elementary School, located in the heart of the Rodgers Forge community in Baltimore County, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Baltimore County Public Schools system, the school is well-known for its strong academic focus, dedicated teaching staff, and a vibrant, supportive community culture. It serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, fostering a collaborative environment where parents and educators work closely together to enhance the student experience.

Beyond its core curriculum, Rodgers Forge Elementary is recognized for maintaining high academic standards and providing a well-rounded education that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development. The school utilizes its suburban location to offer a stable, nurturing atmosphere for young learners. With a commitment to inclusivity and continuous improvement, it remains a pillar of the local area, consistently striving to prepare its students for middle school success through a blend of rigorous academics and engaging extracurricular activities.

412

Total Students

24.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

9.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Rodgers Forge Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	292
Hispanic	22
Black	29
Asian	33
Two or More	35
Pacific Islander	1

White
292 (70.9%)
Two or More
35 (8.5%)
Asian
33 (8.0%)
Black
29 (7.0%)
Hispanic
22 (5.3%)
Pacific Islander
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 County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)887-3582
Website:	http://rodgersforgees.bcps.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	412
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	32
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 57

Grade 1 75

Grade 2 63

Grade 3 74

Grade 4 58

Grade 5 85