Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fountain Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fountain Rock Elementary serves the southern part of Hagerstown, MD, encompassing approximately 36.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fountain Rock Elementary School's student population of 319 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Fountain Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountain Rock 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
#372 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
5%
32%
White
82%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain Rock Elementary School's ranking?
Fountain Rock Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fountain Rock Elementary School often compared to?
Fountain Rock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountaindale Elementary School, Emma K. Doub Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fountain Rock Elementary School?
319 students attend Fountain Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fountain Rock Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Fountain Rock Elementary School?
Fountain Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fountain Rock Elementary School offer ?
Fountain Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fountain Rock Elementary School part of?
Fountain Rock Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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