Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emmorton 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emmorton Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emmorton 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 Emmorton Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#390 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
11%
33%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Emmorton Elementary School's ranking?
Emmorton Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Emmorton Elementary School often compared to?
Emmorton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Emmorton Elementary School?
546 students attend Emmorton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Emmorton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmorton Elementary School?
Emmorton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmorton Elementary School offer ?
Emmorton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Emmorton Elementary School part of?
Emmorton Elementary School is part of Harford County Public Schools School District.
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