Serving 440 students in grades 3-5, Eastern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastern Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#696 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
23%
23%
Black
32%
33%
White
26%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Elementary School's ranking?
Eastern Elementary School is ranked #696 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Eastern Elementary School often compared to?
Eastern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruth Ann Monroe Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Eastern Elementary School?
440 students attend Eastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Eastern Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Elementary School?
Eastern Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastern Elementary School offer ?
Eastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Elementary School part of?
Eastern Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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