Serving 253 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westernport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Westernport Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westernport Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westernport Elementary 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
#616 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
33%
White
91%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westernport Elementary School's ranking?
Westernport Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,347 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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?
253 students attend Westernport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Westernport Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westernport Elementary School part of?
Westernport Elementary School is part of Allegany County School District.
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