Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Harford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Harford Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Pylesville, MD, covering an area of approximately 42.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Harford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Harford Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
North Harford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Harford Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#237 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
2%
24%
Black
1%
32%
White
91%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Harford Elementary School's ranking?
North Harford Elementary School is ranked #237 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Harford Elementary School often compared to?
North Harford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Harford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Harford Elementary School?
424 students attend North Harford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Harford Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Harford Elementary School?
North Harford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Harford Elementary School offer ?
North Harford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Harford Elementary School part of?
North Harford Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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