Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calvert Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calvert Elementary serves the northeast part of Prince Frederick, MD, covering an area of approximately 15.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Calvert Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Calvert 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 Calvert Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#403 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
19%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvert Elementary School's ranking?
Calvert Elementary School is ranked #403 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Calvert Elementary School often compared to?
Calvert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barstow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Calvert Elementary School?
495 students attend Calvert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Calvert Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calvert Elementary School?
Calvert Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calvert Elementary School offer ?
Calvert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calvert Elementary School part of?
Calvert Elementary School is part of Calvert County School District.
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