Serving 294 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bainbridge 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bainbridge Elementary serves the west part of Port Deposit, MD, covering an area of approximately 21.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bainbridge Elementary School's student population of 294 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bainbridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bainbridge Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
1%
32%
White
76%
31%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bainbridge Elementary School's ranking?
Bainbridge Elementary School is ranked #615 out of 1,338 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bainbridge Elementary School?
294 students attend Bainbridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bainbridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bainbridge Elementary School?
Bainbridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bainbridge Elementary School offer ?
Bainbridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bainbridge Elementary School part of?
Bainbridge Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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