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Rodgers Forge Elementary

Summary:

Rodgers Forge Elementary is a public elementary school in Baltimore, Maryland that serves 396 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. This high-performing school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with exceptional academic achievement that far exceeds the averages for Baltimore County Public Schools and the state of Maryland.

Rodgers Forge Elementary's students excel on state assessments, with 82.5% proficient or better in Mathematics and 91.5% proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to just 19.3% and 41.9% for Baltimore County, respectively. The school's 5th grade students also perform remarkably well on the MCAP Science assessment, with 61.7% proficient or better, far surpassing the 21.2% and 23.9% rates for Baltimore County and Maryland. This academic excellence is supported by a relatively high per-student spending of $15,768 and a low student-to-teacher ratio of 14.7 to 1.

Compared to nearby schools, Rodgers Forge Elementary outperforms its peers, such as West Towson Elementary, which has similar demographic characteristics, and Halstead Academy, which serves a more diverse and economically disadvantaged student population. Rodgers Forge Elementary's ability to maintain its high performance over time, even as its student population has become slightly more diverse, is a testament to the school's effective educational practices and resource allocation.


Detail:

Public K-5

 250 Dumbarton Rd
       Baltimore, MD  21212

(410) 887-3582

District: Baltimore County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
2nd of 859 Maryland Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,091 Help


Students who attend Rodgers Forge Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Dumbarton Middle
High:    Towson High

Student/teacher ratio:  14.7 Help
Number of students:  396

Racial breakdown:

White:
73.7%
Asian:
8.3%
Hispanic:
7.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  12.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Rodgers Forge Elementary ranks better than 99.8% of elementary schools in Maryland. It also ranks first among 108 ranked elementary schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 98.81. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (73.7%), Asian (8.3%), Hispanic (7.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 12.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Rodgers Forge Elementary is 14.7, which is the 46th best among 108 elementary schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Rodgers Forge Elementary is $18,091, which is the 56th highest among 108 elementary schools in the Baltimore County Public Schools District.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Rodgers Forge Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Baltimore County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Baltimore County Public Schools 17th of 25 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Rodgers Forge Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Rodgers Forge Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 2.73 778th 803 3.1%
2005 6.45 757th 805 6.0%
2006 4.01 778th 804 3.2%
2007 5.39 774th 818 5.4%
2008 85.69 44th 838 94.7%
2009 82.10 99th 850 88.4%
2010 84.79 60th 855 93.0%
2011 86.34 37th 853 95.7%
2012 88.69 1st 857 99.9%
2013 87.69 19th 847 97.8%
2014 87.60 30th 867 96.5%
2015 86.46 117th 859 86.4%
2016 95.50 23rd 845 97.3%
2017 94.25 38th 847 95.5%
2018 95.21 38th 857 95.6%
2019 95.06 38th 853 95.5%
2021 98.42 9th 802 98.9%
2022 96.93 20th 862 97.7%
2023 96.69 23rd 855 97.3%
2024 98.81 2nd 859 99.8%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Rodgers Forge Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 72.76 24th 136 82.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Rodgers Forge Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 94.32 31st 796 96.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Rodgers Forge Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 98.22 5th 788 99.4%
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Rank History for White students at Rodgers Forge Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 94.09 14th 528 97.3%
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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Saturday, December 13, 2014

Open Quote OUTSTANDING. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, February 2, 2009

Open Quote I have a child who is a challenge (I feel he is a little high strung and has some behavior issues) and a child who is advanced. RFES has been wonderful with helping me at both ends of the spectrum. I was considering private school for my children but after meeting with the principal and discovering all that the school has to offer I felt my money would have been wasted on a private institution. I was correct. My advanced child is challenged in new and exciting ways every day. She was identified early as an advanced student and was placed in a special group with her peers so that they would not grow bored or lose the potential with which they entered the school.

My challenging child is maturing on par with the other students and RFES faculty have even identified academic strengths I overlooked and are working to help him hone those skills.

The principal, faculty and staff have simply been a delight to work with on all levels with both children (especially given the children have quite opposite needs and personalities). They offer support and assistance, but most importantly, they listen when a parent has a concern or need. And that's the most important thing in my book. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Rodgers Forge Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 343 10 4 9 2 n/a n/a 1 369
1990 483 19 6 7 0 n/a n/a 0 515
1991 530 21 12 5 0 n/a n/a 0 568
1992 578 14 20 4 0 n/a n/a 0 616
1993 580 15 20 4 0 n/a n/a 0 619
1994 563 16 21 4 2 n/a n/a 0 606
1995 487 14 37 3 0 n/a n/a 0 541
1996 487 14 37 3 0 n/a n/a 0 541
1997 460 13 33 3 0 n/a n/a 0 509
1998 460 16 27 4 0 n/a n/a 0 507
1999 471 17 43 7 0 n/a n/a 0 538
2000 476 15 43 12 0 n/a n/a 0 546
2001 450 26 52 13 0 n/a n/a 0 541
2002 400 18 54 19 1 n/a n/a 0 492
2003 400 18 54 19 1 n/a n/a 0 492
2004 380 17 57 19 1 n/a n/a 0 474
2005 391 30 56 11 0 n/a n/a 0 488
2006 428 38 55 11 0 n/a n/a 0 532
2007 436 37 51 12 0 n/a n/a 0 536
2008 515 26 71 12 0 n/a n/a 0 624
2009 557 35 92 19 1 n/a n/a 0 704
2010 575 34 76 23 5 n/a n/a 0 713
2011 322 10 27 25 0 0 11 0 395
2012 342 12 27 28 0 0 13 0 422
2013 356 13 27 32 0 0 19 0 447
2014 354 12 27 31 0 0 20 0 444
2015 340 13 34 23 0 0 26 0 436
2016 341 9 34 19 0 0 28 0 431
2017 350 7 29 19 0 0 23 0 428
2018 345 8 38 15 0 0 27 0 433
2019 349 7 36 20 0 0 34 0 446
2020 359 7 43 26 0 1 32 0 468
2021 298 9 33 26 0 1 25 0 392
2022 300 15 34 25 0 1 25 0 400
2023 292 12 33 29 0 1 29 0 396

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Rodgers Forge Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 369 20.2 18.2 n/a
1990 515 24.3 21.1 2.9
1991 568 26.8 21.1 2.1
1992 616 28.4 21.6 2.6
1993 619 31.0 20.0 2.6
1994 606 29.8 20.3 2.5
1995 541 27.3 19.8 3
1996 541 27.3 19.8 3
1997 509 28.1 18.1 2.9
1998 507 25.6 19.8 2.2
1999 538 25.6 21.0 2.6
2000 546 29.1 18.8 4.4
2001 541 29.3 18.5 5.7
2002 492 30.6 16.1 4.1
2003 492 30.6 16.1 4.1
2004 474 28.4 16.7 3.4
2005 488 28.0 17.4 5.3
2006 532 28.0 19.0 7
2007 536 32.6 16.4 6.3
2008 624 36.5 17.1 5.4
2009 704 42.7 16.5 6.1
2010 713 46.1 15.4 5.9
2011 395 26.2 15.0 4.8
2012 422 26.5 15.9 5
2013 447 28.5 15.6 4.5
2014 444 26.7 16.6 5.4
2015 436 26.0 16.7 5
2016 431 26.0 16.5 3.2
2017 428 26.5 16.1 3
2018 433 26.5 16.3 4.8
2019 446 26.5 16.8 4
2020 468 27.5 17.0 4.1
2021 392 29.9 13.0 7.7
2022 400 26.0 15.3 6
2023 396 26.8 14.7 12.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Rodgers Forge Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 369 20.2 18.2 n/a
1990 515 24.3 21.1 2.9
1991 568 26.8 21.1 2.1
1992 616 28.4 21.6 2.6
1993 619 31.0 20.0 2.6
1994 606 29.8 20.3 2.5
1995 541 27.3 19.8 3
1996 541 27.3 19.8 3
1997 509 28.1 18.1 2.9
1998 507 25.6 19.8 2.2
1999 538 25.6 21.0 2.6
2000 546 29.1 18.8 4.4
2001 541 29.3 18.5 5.7
2002 492 30.6 16.1 4.1
2003 492 30.6 16.1 4.1
2004 474 28.4 16.7 3.4
2005 488 28.0 17.4 5.3
2006 532 28.0 19.0 7
2007 536 32.6 16.4 6.3
2008 624 36.5 17.1 5.4
2009 704 42.7 16.5 6.1
2010 713 46.1 15.4 5.9
2011 395 26.2 15.0 4.8
2012 422 26.5 15.9 5
2013 447 28.5 15.6 4.5
2014 444 26.7 16.6 5.4
2015 436 26.0 16.7 5
2016 431 26.0 16.5 3.2
2017 428 26.5 16.1 3
2018 433 26.5 16.3 4.8
2019 446 26.5 16.8 4
2020 468 27.5 17.0 4.1
2021 392 29.9 13.0 7.7
2022 400 26.0 15.3 6
2023 396 26.8 14.7 12.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Rodgers Forge Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $460 (3.5%) $12,513 (96.4%) $12,974
2020 $244 (1.8%) $13,031 (98.2%) $13,276
2021 $476 (3.0%) $15,292 (97.0%) $15,768
2022 $968 (6.4%) $14,253 (93.6%) $15,221
2023 $1,668 (9.2%) $16,422 (90.8%) $18,091

Data source: Maryland Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Rodgers Forge Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 38th of 853 Elementary schoolsRanks 23rd of 855 Elementary schools
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students446396
 11.2%
African American712
 71.4%
American Indian00
Asian3633
 8.3%
Hispanic2029
 45%
Pacific Islander01
White349292
 16.3%
Two or More Races3429
 14.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients4%12.6%
 8.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rodgers Forge Elementary

Yes! Rodgers Forge Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 2nd of 859 Maryland elementary schools.

Students at Rodgers Forge Elementary are 74% White, 8% Asian, 7% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 3% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 396 students attended Rodgers Forge Elementary.

Students who attend Rodgers Forge Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Dumbarton Middle
High : Towson High


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