Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pasadena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pasadena Elementary serves the northeast part of Pasadena, MD, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pasadena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pasadena Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Pasadena 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 Pasadena Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#315 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasadena Elementary School's ranking?
Pasadena Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pasadena Elementary School often compared to?
Pasadena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bodkin Elementary School, Lake Shore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pasadena Elementary School?
450 students attend Pasadena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pasadena Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pasadena Elementary School?
Pasadena Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pasadena Elementary School offer ?
Pasadena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pasadena Elementary School part of?
Pasadena Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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