Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Runnymede Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Runnymede Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Runnymede Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Runnymede 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 Runnymede Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#402 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
79%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Runnymede Elementary School's ranking?
Runnymede Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Runnymede Elementary School often compared to?
Runnymede Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taneytown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Runnymede Elementary School?
609 students attend Runnymede Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Runnymede Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Runnymede Elementary School?
Runnymede Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Runnymede Elementary School offer ?
Runnymede Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Runnymede Elementary School part of?
Runnymede Elementary School is part of Carroll County Public Schools.
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