Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linthicum 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linthicum Elementary serves the northern part of its district in Linthicum Heights, MD, covering an area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Families typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linthicum Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Linthicum 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 Linthicum Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#480 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
18%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
56%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linthicum Elementary School's ranking?
Linthicum Elementary School is ranked #480 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Linthicum Elementary School often compared to?
Linthicum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overlook Elementary School, Marley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Linthicum Elementary School?
509 students attend Linthicum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Linthicum Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linthicum Elementary School?
Linthicum Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linthicum Elementary School offer ?
Linthicum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linthicum Elementary School part of?
Linthicum Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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