Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Spring Ridge Elementary School's student population of 614 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#470 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
19%
33%
White
52%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Ridge Elementary School is ranked #470 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Spring Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Elementary School, Monocacy Elementary School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Spring Ridge Elementary School?
614 students attend Spring Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Spring Ridge Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Ridge Elementary School?
Spring Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Spring Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Ridge Elementary School part of?
Spring Ridge Elementary School is part of Frederick County Public Schools School District.
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