Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Malcolm Elementary School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malcolm Elementary School serves the northeast part of Waldorf, MD, covering an area of approximately 30 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malcolm Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malcolm 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 Malcolm Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#654 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
44%
32%
White
22%
31%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm Elementary School's ranking?
Malcolm Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Malcolm Elementary School often compared to?
Malcolm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. James Craik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Malcolm Elementary School?
415 students attend Malcolm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Malcolm Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm Elementary School?
Malcolm Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malcolm Elementary School offer ?
Malcolm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malcolm Elementary School part of?
Malcolm Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
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