Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Head 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian Head Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Head 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 Indian Head Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#975 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
16%
24%
Black
56%
32%
White
16%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Head Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Head Elementary School is ranked #975 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Indian Head Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Head Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gale-bailey Elementary School, J. C. Parks Elementary School, Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Indian Head Elementary School?
443 students attend Indian Head Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Indian Head Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Head Elementary School?
Indian Head Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Head Elementary School offer ?
Indian Head Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Head Elementary School part of?
Indian Head Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
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