Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jarrettsville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jarrettsville Elementary serves the western part of its school district in Jarrettsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 28.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jarrettsville 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
Jarrettsville Elementary School's student population of 467 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Where the Best...Is Possible!
School Rankings
Jarrettsville Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jarrettsville 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
#104 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
83%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Jarrettsville Elementary School's ranking?
Jarrettsville Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jarrettsville Elementary School?
467 students attend Jarrettsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Jarrettsville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jarrettsville Elementary School?
Jarrettsville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jarrettsville Elementary School offer ?
Jarrettsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jarrettsville Elementary School part of?
Jarrettsville Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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