Emmorton Elementary School

2502 Tollgate Rd
Bel Air, MD 21014
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emmorton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20% in MD
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Emmorton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Emmorton Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles

School Rankings

Emmorton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmorton Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#180 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
53%
27%
66%
45%
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
12%
32%
White
57%
31%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emmorton Elementary School's ranking?
Emmorton Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Emmorton Elementary School often compared to?
Emmorton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Emmorton Elementary School?
584 students attend Emmorton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Emmorton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmorton Elementary School?
Emmorton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmorton Elementary School offer ?
Emmorton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmorton Elementary School part of?
Emmorton Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 584 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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