Serving 845 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sugarloaf Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sugarloaf Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sugarloaf Elementary School's student population of 845 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Sugarloaf Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugarloaf Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#53 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
32%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
13%
32%
White
34%
31%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugarloaf Elementary School's ranking?
Sugarloaf Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sugarloaf Elementary School often compared to?
Sugarloaf Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sugarloaf Elementary School?
845 students attend Sugarloaf Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Sugarloaf Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sugarloaf Elementary School?
Sugarloaf Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sugarloaf Elementary School offer ?
Sugarloaf Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sugarloaf Elementary School part of?
Sugarloaf Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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