Northeast Elementary School

11001 Forest Ave Ne
Cumberland, MD 21502
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northeast Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 272 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30% in MD
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northeast Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Northeast Elementary School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, we will continue on the path of academic excellence.
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Northeast Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#355 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
27%
50-54%
45%
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
2%
24%
Black
4%
32%
White
82%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
(22-23)
30.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Road Runners

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Mt. Savage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
272 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Northeast Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Allegany County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 272 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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