Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Hall Elementary School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Park Hall Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1990
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Park Hall 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 Park Hall Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#655 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
40%
33%
White
34%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Park Hall Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Park Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Park Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leonardtown Elementary School, Chesapeake Charter School, Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Park Hall Elementary School?
531 students attend Park Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Park Hall Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Hall Elementary School?
Park Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Hall Elementary School offer ?
Park Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Park Hall Elementary School part of?
Park Hall Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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