Gunpowder Elementary School
Baltimore, MD 21236
Phone: (410) 887-5121
District: Baltimore County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 464 students
Gunpowder Elementary School, a public school located in Baltimore, MD, serves grades K-5 in the Baltimore County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Gunpowder Elementary School is a public school located in Baltimore, MD. 464 students attend Gunpowder Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 6/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 3/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: August 12, 2025
I find gunpowder is best around 21236
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Posted: December 7, 2022
Gunpowder is a hidden gem in the Perry Hall community. My son has flourished and gets wonderful support from his teachers, Special education team and administration. We are very blessed to be at Gunpowder!
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We are 2 years in and the school has met all of my expectations. The school promotes communication between the students, staff are encouraging and guide the students to be the same way, and overall its a very positive environment.
Posted: September 25, 2018
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Posted: September 25, 2018
Love this school. Glad to be a proud parent of a student here.
Posted: April 3, 2018
my daughters experience was fine until she reached 5th grade. This year has been the worst most teachers dont care, if you asked them for help they will fail them all year long and if your child gets bullied forget about anything being done to prevent it happening again.
Posted: April 3, 2018
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Posted: April 3, 2018
They told students they didnt care about bullying
Posted: March 31, 2016
Posted: March 31, 2016
My daughter is in 1st grade and she has been here since kindergarten and I must say this is the best school ever! If school were rated by cool and this is saved by the Bell, it would be Zach!
Posted: September 25, 2013
This is my son's first year at Gunpowder. They have been great so far helping him transfer as a new student. The guidance counselor has met with him and checked on his progress. So far I am very pleased with everything.
Posted: August 20, 2012
I love being a teacher at Gunpowder Elementary School. Everyone is helpful and the school is so welcoming! I am very happy to be a part of such an amazing team of teachers and students!
Posted: March 15, 2012
My daughter is soo happy in this school, it's a safe clean school with great teaching skills.Parent involvement is great too basically this school provides excellent experience.
Posted: September 26, 2011
My daughter is in her second year at Gunpowder and I couldn't be more pleased with the faculty and staff. I feel safe leaving her in their care and I know she is getting a great education. This must be said, some of the parents are not thrilled with the principal and rules in general, but I find Mrs. Smith to be wonderful and very professional.
Posted: September 9, 2010
Gunpowder is a wonderful school. My daughter is starting her second year there and I couldn't be happier. We moved before she started K and I am so pleased we moved within Gunpowder's school zone. Parent envolvement at the school is wonderful. Teachers and staff are very helpful, great with the students and kind. The principal I have heard can be strict and by the books, but I have had nothing but good experiences with her.
Posted: May 12, 2010
A very well managed school! Safe, clean, no troubles and the kids are learning!!!
Posted: May 4, 2010
I love that they are very family oriented. My son is so happy here. His teachers and the parent volunteers are very helpful.
Posted: January 7, 2008
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eaton Square | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rosedale | MD | 3.7 mi | |
| 2 | Laurel Woods | Condominium/Townhouse | Abingdon | MD | 9.3 mi | |
| 3 | The Greens at Locust Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Ellicott City | MD | 20 mi | |
| 4 | Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Elkridge | MD | 20.3 mi | |
| 5 | Cape Arthur | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 23.4 mi | |
| 6 | Lake Village Town Homes | Apartment Complex | Severn | MD | 23.5 mi | |
| 7 | Westridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 23.5 mi | |
| 8 | The Provinces | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severn | MD | 23.9 mi | |
| 9 | Carrollton Manor | Area of Town | Severna Park | MD | 24.2 mi | |
| 10 | Canterbury Village | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arnold | MD | 25.1 mi | |
| 11 | Shelter Cove Luxury Apartments | Apartment Complex | Odenton | MD | 25.7 mi | |
| 12 | Midway Common | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fort Meade | MD | 25.8 mi | |
| 13 | Harvest Run | Condominium/Townhouse | Odenton | MD | 27.9 mi | |
| 14 | Piney Orchard at Pinedale Courts | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Odenton | MD | 28.1 mi | |
| 15 | Maple Lawn | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fulton | MD | 29.1 mi | |
| 16 | Phythian Apartments | Apartment Complex | United States Naval Academy | MD | 29.5 mi | |
| 17 | Tidewater Colony | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Annapolis | MD | 30.1 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore | Baltimore | MD | 11.5 mi | |
| 2 | Anne Arundel County | Pasadena | MD | 20.6 mi | |
| 3 | Severn | Severn | MD | 23 mi | |
| 4 | Severna Park | Severna Park | MD | 23.5 mi | |
| 5 | Cape St Claire | Cape St Claire | MD | 26.1 mi | |
| 6 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 29.1 mi | |
| 7 | Laurel | Laurel | MD | 29.5 mi | |
| 8 | Annapolis | Annapolis | MD | 30.1 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 15.7 mi. |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 18.6 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 26.4 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 29.3 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 29.9 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 43.8 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 46.4 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 46.7 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 47.6 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 47.6 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 47.8 mi. |
| Pentagon | 48.9 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 49.2 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 49.3 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 49.6 mi. |
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