Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Magnolia 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 90% 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: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Magnolia Elementary School's student population of 545 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Reaching, Teaching, Learning … Changing Lives
School Rankings
Magnolia 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 Magnolia Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1268 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
63%
32%
White
10%
31%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Elementary School's ranking?
Magnolia Elementary School is ranked #1268 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Magnolia Elementary School often compared to?
Magnolia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Elementary School?
545 students attend Magnolia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Magnolia Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Elementary School?
Magnolia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia Elementary School offer ?
Magnolia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magnolia Elementary School part of?
Magnolia Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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