Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarksville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarksville Elementary serves the southern part of Clarksville, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most residents are within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest point being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clarksville Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarksville Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarksville Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#115 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
37%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)16%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Clarksville Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarksville Elementary School's ranking?
Clarksville Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clarksville Elementary School often compared to?
Clarksville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pointers Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clarksville Elementary School?
543 students attend Clarksville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Clarksville Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarksville Elementary School?
Clarksville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarksville Elementary School offer ?
Clarksville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarksville Elementary School part of?
Clarksville Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clarksville Elementary School located?
Clarksville Elementary School is located in the River Hill neighborhood of Clarksville, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in River Hill.
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