Serving 208 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock 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 35-39% (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 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rock Hall Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Rock 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 Rock Hall Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#431 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
60%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
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 Rock Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Hall Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rock Hall Elementary School?
208 students attend Rock Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rock Hall Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Hall Elementary School?
Rock Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Hall Elementary School offer ?
Rock Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rock Hall Elementary School part of?
Rock Hall Elementary School is part of Kent County School District.
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