Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ebb Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ebb Valley Elementary serves the northeast area of Manchester, MD, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ebb Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ebb Valley Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Ebb Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ebb Valley Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#262 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ebb Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Ebb Valley Elementary School is ranked #262 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ebb Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Ebb Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ebb Valley Elementary School?
563 students attend Ebb Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ebb Valley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ebb Valley Elementary School?
Ebb Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ebb Valley Elementary School offer ?
Ebb Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ebb Valley Elementary School part of?
Ebb Valley Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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