Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meade Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meade Heights Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Meade Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meade Heights Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#638 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
61%
32%
White
9%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meade Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Meade Heights Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Meade Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Meade Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Bokkelen Elementary School, Seven Oaks Elementary School, Severn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Meade Heights Elementary School?
494 students attend Meade Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Meade Heights Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meade Heights Elementary School?
Meade Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meade Heights Elementary School offer ?
Meade Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meade Heights Elementary School part of?
Meade Heights Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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