Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grantsville 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grantsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grantsville Elementary School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Grantsville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grantsville Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#554 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
23%
Black
n/a
33%
White
96%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grantsville Elementary School's ranking?
Grantsville Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Grantsville Elementary School often compared to?
Grantsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendsville Elementary School, Yough Glades 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 25% MD state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Grantsville Elementary School?
187 students attend Grantsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Grantsville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grantsville Elementary School?
Grantsville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grantsville Elementary School offer ?
Grantsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grantsville Elementary School part of?
Grantsville Elementary School is part of Garrett County School District.
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