Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arnold Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 522 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arnold Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arnold Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
7%
33%
White
75%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Elementary School is ranked #394 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadneck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
522 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
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