Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crofton Meadows 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 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than 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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Crofton Meadows Elementary serves the west part of Crofton, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crofton Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crofton Meadows Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Crofton Meadows 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 Crofton Meadows Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#303 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
21%
32%
White
48%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crofton Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Crofton Meadows Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Crofton Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Crofton Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crofton Elementary School, Nantucket Elementary School, Crofton Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Crofton Meadows Elementary School?
544 students attend Crofton Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Crofton Meadows Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crofton Meadows Elementary School?
Crofton Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crofton Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Crofton Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crofton Meadows Elementary School part of?
Crofton Meadows Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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