Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, St. Michaels Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (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 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Michaels Elementary serves the west part of its school district in Saint Michaels, MD, covering an area of approximately 113.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 6.7 miles and the furthest edge located 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Michaels Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
St. Michaels Elementary School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Michaels 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. Michaels Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#467 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michaels Elementary School's ranking?
St. Michaels Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are St. Michaels Elementary School often compared to?
St. Michaels Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Easton Elementary School, Chapel District Elementary School, White Marsh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 St. Michaels Elementary School?
332 students attend St. Michaels Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of St. Michaels Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Michaels Elementary School?
St. Michaels Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Michaels Elementary School offer ?
St. Michaels Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Michaels Elementary School part of?
St. Michaels Elementary School is part of Talbot County School District.
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