Serving 96 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Darlington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Darlington Elementary serves the northeast part of Darlington, MD, covering an area of approximately 22.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darlington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Darlington Elementary School's student population of 96 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Darlington 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 Darlington Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#332 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
87%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darlington Elementary School's ranking?
Darlington Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Darlington Elementary School?
96 students attend Darlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Darlington Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darlington Elementary School?
Darlington Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Darlington Elementary School offer ?
Darlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darlington Elementary School part of?
Darlington Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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