Serving 54 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Swan Meadow 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan Meadow School serves the southwest part of Oakland, MD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 107.9 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swan Meadow School's student population of 54 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Route 40 students work together to solve problems and make a difference.
School Rankings
Swan Meadow School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan Meadow School is 0.17, 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
#193 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
24%
White
91%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-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 Swan Meadow School's ranking?
Swan Meadow School is ranked #193 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Swan Meadow School often compared to?
Swan Meadow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broad Ford Elementary School, Crellin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Swan Meadow School?
54 students attend Swan Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Swan Meadow School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan Meadow School?
Swan Meadow School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swan Meadow School offer ?
Swan Meadow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swan Meadow School part of?
Swan Meadow School is part of Garrett County School District.
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