Serving 521 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Elementary serves the northern part of Glen Burnie, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 521 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1224 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
30%
24%
Black
36%
32%
White
22%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #1224 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferndale Early Education Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
521 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hilltop Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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