Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elk Neck Elementary School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Neck Elementary serves the southeast part of Elkton, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 37.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone edges being about 4.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Neck Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Elk Neck Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Neck Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Neck Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#464 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Elk Neck Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Neck Elementary School is ranked #464 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elk Neck Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Neck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North East Elementary School, Charlestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elk Neck Elementary School?
428 students attend Elk Neck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elk Neck Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Neck Elementary School?
Elk Neck Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elk Neck Elementary School offer ?
Elk Neck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elk Neck Elementary School part of?
Elk Neck Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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