Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jessup Elementary School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jessup Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jessup Elementary School's student population of 594 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Jessup Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jessup Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#510 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
31%
23%
Black
30%
33%
White
23%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Jessup Elementary School's ranking?
Jessup Elementary School is ranked #510 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jessup Elementary School often compared to?
Jessup Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bollman Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jessup Elementary School?
594 students attend Jessup Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Jessup Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jessup Elementary School?
Jessup Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jessup Elementary School offer ?
Jessup Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jessup Elementary School part of?
Jessup Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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