JOHN RUHRAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John Ruhrah Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 810 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 57 teachers, John Ruhrah Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John Ruhrah Elementary/Middle School (PS #228) is a public school located in the Brewers Hill/Greektown neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland. Serving a diverse student population, the school operates under the Baltimore City Public Schools district. It is known for its commitment to providing a foundational education that bridges the gap between early elementary years and the transition to high school, offering instruction that aims to foster both academic growth and social-emotional development.

The school is a central part of its local community and emphasizes a structured learning environment. As part of the larger Baltimore City school system, John Ruhrah utilizes district-wide curricula and support services designed to meet the needs of an urban student body. Parents and community members can find updated information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and administrative resources through the official Baltimore City Public Schools portal linked to the school’s profile.

For more information, contact John Ruhrah Elementary at (410) 396-9125 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.