Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Showell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Showell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Showell Elementary School's student population of 633 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Showell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Showell Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#216 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
2%
33%
White
85%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 Showell Elementary School's ranking?
Showell Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Showell Elementary School often compared to?
Showell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean City Elementary School, Buckingham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Showell Elementary School?
633 students attend Showell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Showell Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Showell Elementary School?
Showell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Showell Elementary School offer ?
Showell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Showell Elementary School part of?
Showell Elementary School is part of Worcester County School District.
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