Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Severn 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 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than 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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Severn Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Severn 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 Severn Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#647 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
52%
33%
White
22%
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
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Severn Elementary School's ranking?
Severn Elementary School is ranked #647 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Severn Elementary School often compared to?
Severn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hebron - Harman Elementary School, Ridgeway Elementary School, Quarterfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Severn Elementary School?
533 students attend Severn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Severn Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Severn Elementary School?
Severn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Severn Elementary School offer ?
Severn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Severn Elementary School part of?
Severn Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
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