Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Spring 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Spring Elementary serves the southeast part of Rosedale, MD, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Spring Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our vision is to provide a supportive and inclusive school culture that prepares students to be productive citizens who think critically, problem solve creatively, advocate for themselves and others, and positively contribute to their community.
School Rankings
Shady Spring 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 Shady Spring Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#726 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
22%
24%
Black
62%
32%
White
5%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Spring Elementary School is ranked #726 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Shady Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red House Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Shady Spring Elementary School?
375 students attend Shady Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Shady Spring Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Spring Elementary School?
Shady Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shady Spring Elementary School offer ?
Shady Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Spring Elementary School part of?
Shady Spring Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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