Serving 748 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marley 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marley Elementary School's student population of 748 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marley 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 Marley Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#875 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
39%
33%
White
24%
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
55%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marley Elementary School's ranking?
Marley Elementary School is ranked #875 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Marley Elementary School often compared to?
Marley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linthicum Elementary School, Solley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Marley Elementary School?
748 students attend Marley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Marley Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marley Elementary School?
Marley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marley Elementary School offer ?
Marley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marley Elementary School part of?
Marley Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
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