For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,587 students in Crofton, MD.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Crofton, MD are Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton Elementary School and Nantucket Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Crofton, MD public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Crofton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Crofton, MD (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crofton Woods Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1750 Urby Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5805
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5805
Grades: K-5
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Crofton Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1405 Duke Of Kent Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5800
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 222-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #33.
Nantucket Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2350 Nantucket Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 451-6120
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 451-6120
Grades: K-5
| 665 students
Rank: #44.
Crofton Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2020 Tilghman Dr
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 721-9453
Crofton, MD 21114
(410) 721-9453
Grades: K-5
| 532 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Crofton, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Crofton, MD include Crofton Woods Elementary School, Crofton Elementary School and Nantucket Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Crofton, MD?
4 public elementary schools are located in Crofton, MD.
What is the racial composition of students in Crofton, MD?
Crofton, MD public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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