Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Friendsville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friendsville Elementary School's student population of 129 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
Friendsville 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 Friendsville Elementary School is 0.11, 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
#845 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
n/a
33%
White
94%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendsville Elementary School's ranking?
Friendsville Elementary School is ranked #845 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Friendsville Elementary School often compared to?
Friendsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Accident Elementary School, Broad Ford Elementary School, Grantsville 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Friendsville Elementary School?
129 students attend Friendsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Friendsville Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendsville Elementary School?
Friendsville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Friendsville Elementary School offer ?
Friendsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Friendsville Elementary School part of?
Friendsville Elementary School is part of Garrett County Public Schools.
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