Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesapeake City 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesapeake City Elementary serves the southeast part of Chesapeake City, MD, covering an area of approximately 31.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesapeake City Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Canal Diggers
School Rankings
Chesapeake City 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 Chesapeake City Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#486 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
77%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 Chesapeake City Elementary School's ranking?
Chesapeake City Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Chesapeake City Elementary School often compared to?
Chesapeake City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cecilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Chesapeake City Elementary School?
385 students attend Chesapeake City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chesapeake City Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesapeake City Elementary School?
Chesapeake City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chesapeake City Elementary School offer ?
Chesapeake City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesapeake City Elementary School part of?
Chesapeake City Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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