Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lothian Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lothian Elementary serves the southern part of Lothian, MD, covering an area of approximately 37.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lothian Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lothian 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 Lothian 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
#740 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
41%
24%
Black
8%
32%
White
44%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lothian Elementary School's ranking?
Lothian Elementary School is ranked #740 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lothian Elementary School often compared to?
Lothian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traceys Elementary School, Mayo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lothian Elementary School?
457 students attend Lothian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lothian Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lothian Elementary School?
Lothian Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lothian Elementary School offer ?
Lothian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lothian Elementary School part of?
Lothian Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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