Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hancock 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 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Hancock Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Hancock 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 Hancock Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#506 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
1%
33%
White
91%
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
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Elementary School is ranked #506 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hancock Elementary School?
197 students attend Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hancock Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hancock Elementary School?
Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hancock Elementary School offer ?
Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hancock Elementary School part of?
Hancock Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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