Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smithsburg Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithsburg Elementary serves the east part of Smithsburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithsburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Smithsburg Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 13% 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
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithsburg Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithsburg Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#355 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
4%
32%
White
78%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithsburg Elementary School's ranking?
Smithsburg Elementary School is ranked #355 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Smithsburg Elementary School often compared to?
Smithsburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharpsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Smithsburg Elementary School?
362 students attend Smithsburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Smithsburg Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithsburg Elementary School?
Smithsburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smithsburg Elementary School offer ?
Smithsburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithsburg Elementary School part of?
Smithsburg Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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