Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Broad Ford 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 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broad Ford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
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Student Attention
School Overview
Broad Ford Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Broad Ford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broad Ford Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#631 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
1%
23%

Black
1%
33%

White
95%
32%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broad Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Broad Ford Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Broad Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Broad Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crellin Elementary School, Yough Glades Elementary School, Accident 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 25% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Broad Ford Elementary School?
547 students attend Broad Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Broad Ford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broad Ford Elementary School?
Broad Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Broad Ford Elementary School offer ?
Broad Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Broad Ford Elementary School part of?
Broad Ford Elementary School is part of Garrett County School District.
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