Serving 872 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fulton 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 76% (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 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulton Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Fulton, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton 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
Fulton Elementary School's student population of 872 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
872 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we empower our today and tomorrow.
School Rankings
Fulton 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 Fulton Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
31%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Raspberry
School Mascot
Freddie Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Fulton Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fulton Elementary School often compared to?
Fulton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hammond 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 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fulton Elementary School?
872 students attend Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fulton Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulton Elementary School?
Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fulton Elementary School part of?
Fulton Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fulton Elementary School located?
Fulton Elementary School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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