Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hampstead Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hampstead Elementary serves the east part of Hampstead, MD, covering an area of approximately 11.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampstead 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
Hampstead Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hampstead Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampstead Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#170 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
2%
32%
White
83%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampstead Elementary School's ranking?
Hampstead Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hampstead Elementary School often compared to?
Hampstead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Garden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Hampstead Elementary School?
400 students attend Hampstead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hampstead Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampstead Elementary School?
Hampstead Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hampstead Elementary School offer ?
Hampstead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampstead Elementary School part of?
Hampstead Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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