Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leeds Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leeds Elementary serves the northern part of Elkton, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 24.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leeds Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leeds 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 Leeds Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#628 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)10.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Respectful. Responsible. Safe.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leeds Elementary School's ranking?
Leeds Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Leeds Elementary School often compared to?
Leeds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Hall Elementary School, Kenmore Elementary School, Gilpin Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Leeds Elementary School?
284 students attend Leeds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Leeds Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leeds Elementary School?
Leeds Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leeds Elementary School offer ?
Leeds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leeds Elementary School part of?
Leeds Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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