Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joppatowne 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 19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joppatowne Elementary serves the southern part of Joppa, MD, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joppatowne Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Just can't hide that Joppatowne Pride!
School Rankings
Joppatowne 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 Joppatowne Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#896 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joppatowne Elementary School's ranking?
Joppatowne Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Joppatowne Elementary School?
495 students attend Joppatowne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joppatowne Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joppatowne Elementary School?
Joppatowne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joppatowne Elementary School offer ?
Joppatowne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joppatowne Elementary School part of?
Joppatowne Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
my child likes to go to school. state of the art class rooms from when I went to school. The children respond to that kind of stuff. The school is very clean. Very well maintained from my eyes.
5 10/10/2025
My children and I loved this school. We recently.moved and they now go to a title one school. I was really upset to have to take them from such great teachers and a great school.
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