Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Quarterfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quarterfield Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Belong. Grow. Succeed.
School Rankings
Quarterfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quarterfield Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#737 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
32%
32%
White
29%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quarterfield Elementary School's ranking?
Quarterfield Elementary School is ranked #737 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Quarterfield Elementary School often compared to?
Quarterfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Severn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Quarterfield Elementary School?
544 students attend Quarterfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Quarterfield Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quarterfield Elementary School?
Quarterfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Quarterfield Elementary School offer ?
Quarterfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Quarterfield Elementary School part of?
Quarterfield Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Quarterfield Elementary School located?
Quarterfield Elementary School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Severn, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in South Gate.
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