Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elmer A. Wolfe 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 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Elmer A. Wolfe 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 Elmer A. Wolfe 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
#490 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
3%
33%
White
87%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School's ranking?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School is ranked #490 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School?
501 students attend Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School offer ?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School part of?
Elmer A. Wolfe Elementary School is part of Carroll County Public Schools.
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