Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Richard Henry Lee 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 10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Richard Henry Lee 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 Richard Henry Lee Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#963 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
43%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
34%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Henry Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School is ranked #963 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Richard Henry Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Elementary School, Severn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Richard Henry Lee Elementary School?
378 students attend Richard Henry Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Richard Henry Lee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard Henry Lee Elementary School?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richard Henry Lee Elementary School offer ?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richard Henry Lee Elementary School part of?
Richard Henry Lee Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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