Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary serves the southern part of Edgewater, MD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 11.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#362 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #362 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
566 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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