Serving 644 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Folger Mckinsey Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Folger Mckinsey Elementary serves the northeast part of Severna Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School's student population of 644 students has grown by 11% 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
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Folger Mckinsey 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
#40 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
82%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Folger Mckinsey Elementary School's ranking?
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Folger Mckinsey Elementary School often compared to?
Folger Mckinsey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benfield Elementary School, Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Folger Mckinsey Elementary School?
644 students attend Folger Mckinsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Folger Mckinsey Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Folger Mckinsey Elementary School?
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Folger Mckinsey Elementary School offer ?
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Folger Mckinsey Elementary School part of?
Folger Mckinsey Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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