School Overview
Halstead Academy, located in the Parkville area of Baltimore County, Maryland, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system, the academy is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, striving to prepare its diverse student body for future success through a rigorous curriculum and active engagement with the local community.

In addition to its core academic programs, Halstead Academy places a strong emphasis on maintaining a collaborative school culture that involves students, staff, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. The school’s official website highlights its commitment to continuous improvement and its goal of creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and challenged. By focusing on both student achievement and character development, Halstead Academy aims to build a strong foundation for its young learners as they progress toward middle school and beyond.
515
Total Students
35.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Halstead Academy
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic69
Black407
Asian4
Two or More17
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    407 (79.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    69 (13.4 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.3 %)
  • White
    16 (3.1 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • 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)887-3210
Website: http://halsteades.bcps.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 515
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 359
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 75
Kindergarten 67
Grade 1 71
Grade 2 73
Grade 3 80
Grade 4 74
Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Halstead Academy
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten75
Kindergarten67
Grade 171
Grade 273
Grade 380
Grade 474
Grade 575
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Halstead Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25950.3%
Male25649.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)