Serving 203 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Deale 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Deale Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Deale, MD, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is around 1.6 miles, reaching up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Deale Elementary School's student population of 203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Belong. Grow. Succeed.
School Rankings
Deale 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 Deale Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#277 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
83%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deale Elementary School's ranking?
Deale Elementary School is ranked #277 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Deale Elementary School often compared to?
Deale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Side Elementary School, Traceys Elementary School, Lothian 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Deale Elementary School?
203 students attend Deale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Deale Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deale Elementary School?
Deale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Deale Elementary School offer ?
Deale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Deale Elementary School part of?
Deale Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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