Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Leonard 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 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St Leonard Elementary serves the southeast part of Saint Leonard, MD, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Leonard Elementary School's student population of 401 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The 3R's - Respect, Responsibility, and the Right to Learn.
School Rankings
St. Leonard 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 St. Leonard Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#494 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Leo The Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Leonard Elementary School's ranking?
St. Leonard Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are St. Leonard Elementary School often compared to?
St. Leonard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mutual Elementary School, Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend St. Leonard Elementary School?
401 students attend St. Leonard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of St. Leonard Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Leonard Elementary School?
St. Leonard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Leonard Elementary School offer ?
St. Leonard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Leonard Elementary School part of?
St. Leonard Elementary School is part of Calvert County School District.
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