Charles H. Chipman Elementary School serves 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Attendance Zone: Charles H. Chipman Elementary serves the southeast part of Salisbury, MD, covering an area of approximately 26.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles H. Chipman Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charles H. Chipman Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
68%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)19.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 schools are Charles H. Chipman Elementary School often compared to?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Avenue School, Beaver Run School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Charles H. Chipman Elementary School?
303 students attend Charles H. Chipman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Charles H. Chipman Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles H. Chipman Elementary School?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles H. Chipman Elementary School offer ?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles H. Chipman Elementary School part of?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary School is part of Wicomico County School District.
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