Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rippling Woods Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 74% 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: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rippling Woods Elementary School's student population of 702 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rippling Woods 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 Rippling Woods Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#871 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
41%
32%
White
26%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rippling Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Rippling Woods Elementary School is ranked #871 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rippling Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Rippling Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Shore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rippling Woods Elementary School?
702 students attend Rippling Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Rippling Woods Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rippling Woods Elementary School?
Rippling Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rippling Woods Elementary School offer ?
Rippling Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rippling Woods Elementary School part of?
Rippling Woods Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rippling Woods Elementary School located?
Rippling Woods Elementary School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Glen Burnie, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in South Gate.
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