Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fountain Green 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 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher 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 20% 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: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fountain Green Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fountain Green 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 Fountain Green Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#355 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
5%
33%
White
80%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Fountain Green Elementary School's ranking?
Fountain Green Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fountain Green Elementary School often compared to?
Fountain Green Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ring Factory 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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Fountain Green Elementary School?
444 students attend Fountain Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fountain Green Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountain Green Elementary School?
Fountain Green Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fountain Green Elementary School offer ?
Fountain Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fountain Green Elementary School part of?
Fountain Green Elementary School is part of Harford County Public Schools School District.
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