The top reported proficiency rate is 52% in English language arts. The lowest is 32% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Edgemere Elementary
Edgemere Elementary is a regular public school serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Baltimore County, part of the Baltimore County Public Schools system, the state’s third-largest district. The school draws from the Edgemere neighborhood, a community near the Chesapeake Bay southeast of Baltimore city. Enrollment is consistent with an elementary school of its size, distributed fairly evenly across grades. The student body is predominantly white, with smaller shares of Hispanic, Black, and multiracial students. A notable portion of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, reflecting a moderate level of economic diversity.
On the 2024-25 Maryland state assessments, Edgemere Elementary posted mixed results. In mathematics, proficiency rates across grades three through five fell in a moderate range, with the highest level in third grade and a softer showing in fifth. English language arts results varied more: fourth graders achieved a solid proficiency level, third graders were in the mid-range, and fifth graders dropped to a lower level. In science, the share of fifth graders reaching proficiency was below half. These patterns suggest that while some cohorts perform respectably, the school has soft spots in upper‑elementary math and reading, and a challenging science result. A parent may want to ask the school what supports are in place for students who struggle in fifth grade and how the school plans to strengthen those scores.
The district context matters for any family considering this school. Baltimore County Public Schools adopted a new elementary literacy curriculum beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, one grounded in the science of reading with an emphasis on phonics and comprehension, a change that applies directly to Edgemere’s classrooms. The district also introduced a system‑wide cell phone policy restricting use during instructional time for elementary and middle school students, a practical shift in the daily environment. Capital investments are underway as well: voters approved a bond measure for school safety and security improvements, including secure entryways and cameras. In addition, the district is implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, a multi‑year state plan that expands prekindergarten access, raises teacher salaries, and boosts funding, developments that could strengthen the school’s capacity over time.
Home values in the Edgemere area are close to the national typical figure and somewhat below the Maryland average, placing the neighborhood within reach of many families. The broader regional economy is anchored by the Johns Hopkins medical and university system and the Port of Baltimore, providing stable employment. While Baltimore city has seen a slight population decline, Baltimore County remains a large suburban hub.
For families weighing Edgemere Elementary, the picture is that of a neighborhood school with a fairly homogeneous student body and moderate income diversity. Academically, it is not a high‑flyer, but some grade‑level results, particularly fourth‑grade reading, are solid. The district‑level investments in literacy instruction and school safety point toward a focus on improvement. The soft spots in upper‑grades math and reading, and the challenge in science, are worth exploring further with the school. Because the school serves only elementary grades, measures like graduation rate do not apply. Without multi‑year test data, it is difficult to know whether the current patterns are stable or shifting. Overall, Edgemere Elementary offers a regular public school option in a suburban county district with active reform efforts underway.
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