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Medfield Heights Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 371 students

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Posted April 2, 2012

Medfield is actually the #1 school in Baltimore City not Roland Park and not Mt. Washington. Medfield is a good school because they make do with the little they have and still achieve greatness. No uppity PTA over here. They have a very diverse student population I think representing like 20 countries or something maybe more. They don't have foreign language like Roland Park does at the elem level but you can send your child for tutoring elsewhere and buy your own books. see...creative parent over here. It goes to show you that your school doesn't have to be located in a upper class neighborhood to perform well. Medfield is solidly middle class and REAL. I wish they had a middle school because honestly Roland Park is not my first choice as Medfield feeds into RPEMS. Medfield's rating should be higher on here but I'm certain these middle class parents have better things to do than to juke the stats...
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 9, 2010

Last year was my daughter transferred to Medfield Heights Elementary and we have No Regrets. The staff is awesome and the students are great too.They keep the students and parents active and involved. They making learning fun and reward the students for their acheivements and efforts. I also love & appreciate that they keep the parents informed. WE LOVE MEFIELD HEIGHTS!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 21, 2009

My daughter went to this school last year and we both loved it. We moved to Georgia over the summer and her new school dosent compare at all to Medfield. We miss the school and most of all her teacher Ms.Mandell.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2009

My husband and I have one child that has attended Medfield Heights Elementary since kindergarden. He is now in the 4th grade. The staff at Medfield Heights Elementary make it a great school. Our son has learned so much. We just wanted to say thanks for all your support.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2008

I have two children that attend Medfield Heights. My daughter has just began first grade and my son has just began Pre-k. I have never seen a teacher there that doesn't care. They all work so hard to make sure the students there not only work hard but love doing it. I attended Medfield for elementary school and some of the teachers I had are still there. Even now I can go to them for advice on how to help my children succeed. Every year the PTA does every thing they can to make Medfield a great learning environment. As a single mother it is nice to know that there are so many wonderful teachers at this school. A special thanks to Ms.Stokes, Ms. Michelle, Ms. Stadler, and Ms. Colbie. Thanks for all of your hard work and dedication. Medfield Heights is #1.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 27, 2007

Our child attended a local private school for two years. What a big disappointment that was for all of us. We are very proud to say how Medfield Heights Elementary has changed her our child. She loves to read . She loves her school. This is how school should feel. As parents we can not express how wonderful this feels to see and hear these things. We really appreicate the whole entire staff at Medfield. We can not express enough thanks to Mrs. Debbie Thomas. She is # 1 ! She is very dedicated in supporting her students, staff and parents. A very special thanks to the best teacher by far Ms. Rita Tate! You have made this school year a wonderful experience for Kerstin. To all of you keep up the good work!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 17, 2007

Both my children went here and it is truly a wonderful school! The teachers are excellent! It's hard to find teachers who truly care but you will here!
—Submitted by Dawn Blevins, a parent


Posted April 30, 2007

Medfield is the best school out there. I would not send a kid to any other school. But what makes the school real shine is the PTA. They hardly get recognized. So special thanks to Laura Profilio PTA President, Linda Tanner PTA Vice President, Kathleen Miller PTA Secretary and Thomas Profilio PTA Treasurer.
—Submitted by Emily Class of '03, a former student


Posted November 1, 2006

If I was to move out of state, I would commute back and forward to get my kids the best education in Baltimore - which is Medfield Heights. Medfield is a #1 plus schools. The staff and the children that attend are excellent. It's like one big family. The learning process is an A+. Hooorah for Medfield
—Submitted by Stephanie Nicholson, a parent


Posted August 6, 2006

My name is Katina Wallace and I am the proud parent of two Medfield Heights student. This is a excellent school by far. I removed both of my children from a private schoolto attend Medfield Heights. They have learn more things in a few months at Medfield Heights vs private school. I love Medfield and it's staff thanks for every thing. A special thanks to Shelly Bryant and Debbie Thomas.
—Submitted by Katina, a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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98%

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96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
89%

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92%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

50 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2012.

52 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
74%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 47% 46%
Black 35% 38%
Asian/Pacific Islander 9% 6%
Hispanic 7% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 48%N/A35%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4300 Buchanan Ave
Baltimore, MD 21211
Phone: (410) 396-6460

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