Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waugh Chapel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waugh Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waugh Chapel Elementary School's student population of 593 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waugh Chapel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waugh Chapel Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#403 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
21%
33%
White
47%
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
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Waugh Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Waugh Chapel Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Waugh Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Waugh Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Four Seasons Elementary School, Piney Orchard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Waugh Chapel Elementary School?
593 students attend Waugh Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Waugh Chapel Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waugh Chapel Elementary School?
Waugh Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waugh Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Waugh Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waugh Chapel Elementary School part of?
Waugh Chapel Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
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