Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smithsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smithsburg Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithsburg 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 Smithsburg Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#578 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
6%
33%
White
81%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Smithsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Smithsburg Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Smithsburg Elementary School?
344 students attend Smithsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Smithsburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithsburg Elementary School?
Smithsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithsburg Elementary School offer ?
Smithsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smithsburg Elementary School part of?
Smithsburg Elementary School is part of Washington County Public Schools School District.
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