Leonardtown Elementary School serves 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Leonardtown Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leonardtown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leonardtown Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leonardtown Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Leonardtown Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#417 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
13%
33%
White
71%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leonardtown Elementary School's ranking?
Leonardtown Elementary School is ranked #417 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Leonardtown Elementary School?
474 students attend Leonardtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Leonardtown Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leonardtown Elementary School?
Leonardtown Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leonardtown Elementary School offer ?
Leonardtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leonardtown Elementary School part of?
Leonardtown Elementary School is part of St. Mary''s County Public Schools School District.
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