Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 21152

4 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Sparks

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Sparks Elementary
Grades K–5 · Baltimore County Public Schools
1.6 mi
67%
+31 vs state
85%
+36 vs state
73%
+40 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 76% in 2022-23 → 75% in 2025-26 10% 13% 509 White 79%
Hereford Middle
Grades 6–8 · Baltimore County Public Schools
2.1 mi
25%
+3 vs state
80%
+28 vs state
63%
+32 vs state
6% Average of math, English and science: 50% in 2022-23 → 56% in 2025-26 13% 11% 861 White 87%
Hereford High
Grades 9–12 · Baltimore County Public Schools
3.3 mi
25%
+19 vs state · 2022-23
79%
+20 vs state
81%
+33 vs state
3% Average of math, English and science: 77% in 2022-23 → 80% in 2025-26 12% 7% 1,175 White 85%
Fifth District Elementary
Grades K–5 · Baltimore County Public Schools
5.8 mi
76%
+41 vs state
87%
+38 vs state
69%
+37 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 79% in 2022-23 → 77% in 2025-26 16% 15% 262 White 87%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).