Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westernport 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westernport Elementary serves the southwest part of Westernport, MD, covering an area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westernport Elementary School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Westernport 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 Westernport Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#588 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
32%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
89%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
5%
Showing 2008–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westernport Elementary School's ranking?
Westernport Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westernport Elementary School often compared to?
Westernport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Side Elementary School, South Penn 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 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westernport Elementary School?
248 students attend Westernport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westernport Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westernport Elementary School?
Westernport Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westernport Elementary School offer ?
Westernport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westernport Elementary School part of?
Westernport Elementary School is part of Allegany County School District.
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