Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emmorton 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 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Emmorton Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Bel Air, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmorton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Emmorton Elementary School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Emmorton 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 Emmorton Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#180 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
12%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
57%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmorton Elementary School's ranking?
Emmorton Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Emmorton Elementary School often compared to?
Emmorton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Emmorton Elementary School?
584 students attend Emmorton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Emmorton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmorton Elementary School?
Emmorton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmorton Elementary School offer ?
Emmorton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmorton Elementary School part of?
Emmorton Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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