Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maryland City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maryland City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Maryland City Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maryland City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maryland City Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
53%
24%
Black
37%
32%
White
3%
31%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maryland City Elementary School's ranking?
Maryland City Elementary School is ranked #1050 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Maryland City Elementary School often compared to?
Maryland City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brock Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Maryland City Elementary School?
450 students attend Maryland City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Maryland City Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maryland City Elementary School?
Maryland City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maryland City Elementary School offer ?
Maryland City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maryland City Elementary School part of?
Maryland City Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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