Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Buckingham Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Buckingham Elementary serves the northeast part of Berlin, MD, covering an area of approximately 86.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckingham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Buckingham Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Buckingham Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckingham Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#232 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
24%
32%
White
56%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Buckingham Elementary School's ranking?
Buckingham Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Buckingham Elementary School often compared to?
Buckingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean City Elementary School, Showell Elementary School, Snow Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Buckingham Elementary School?
518 students attend Buckingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Buckingham Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buckingham Elementary School?
Buckingham Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckingham Elementary School offer ?
Buckingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buckingham Elementary School part of?
Buckingham Elementary School is part of Worcester County School District.
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