Serving 204 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grantsville Elementary serves the northeast portion of its school district in Grantsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 108.6 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 13.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grantsville Elementary School's student population of 204 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grantsville 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 Grantsville Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#494 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
1%
24%
Black
n/a
32%
White
95%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grantsville Elementary School's ranking?
Grantsville Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,338 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
204 students attend Grantsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Grantsville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grantsville Elementary School?
Grantsville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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