Hollywood Elementary School

44345 Joy Chapel Rd
Hollywood, MD 20636
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hollywood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50% in MD
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hollywood Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
425 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Hollywood 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 Hollywood Elementary School is 0.55, 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)
#406 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
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39%
27%
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54%
45%
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35-39%
36%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
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Hispanic
10%
23%
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Black
11%
33%
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White
65%
32%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.55
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hollywood Elementary School's ranking?
Hollywood Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hollywood Elementary School often compared to?
Hollywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School, Leonardtown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hollywood Elementary School?
425 students attend Hollywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hollywood Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hollywood Elementary School?
Hollywood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hollywood Elementary School offer ?
Hollywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hollywood Elementary School part of?
Hollywood Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County Public Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 425 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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