Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eldersburg Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eldersburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eldersburg Elementary School's student population of 476 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
Working Together, Learning Forever
School Rankings
Eldersburg Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eldersburg Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#123 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
78%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldersburg Elementary School's ranking?
Eldersburg Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Eldersburg Elementary School often compared to?
Eldersburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrolltowne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Eldersburg Elementary School?
476 students attend Eldersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Eldersburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eldersburg Elementary School?
Eldersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eldersburg Elementary School offer ?
Eldersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eldersburg Elementary School part of?
Eldersburg Elementary School is part of Carroll County Public Schools.
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