Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gale-bailey 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gale-Bailey Elementary School serves the western part of Marbury, MD, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 60.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gale-bailey Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Gale-bailey 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 Gale-bailey Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#588 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
32%
32%
White
38%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gale-bailey Elementary School's ranking?
Gale-bailey Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gale-bailey Elementary School often compared to?
Gale-bailey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Head Elementary School, Mt Hope/nanjemoy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Gale-bailey Elementary School?
344 students attend Gale-bailey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gale-bailey Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gale-bailey Elementary School?
Gale-bailey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gale-bailey Elementary School offer ?
Gale-bailey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gale-bailey Elementary School part of?
Gale-bailey Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has the lowest test scores in the county. My 3 children attend this school ONLY because its the school we are zoned for. If I could send them somewhere else I would. I do not care for this school at all, and would not recommend it for anyone. I have high hopes that we will be able to move and get my children into a school that is appropriate!
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