Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White Marsh Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (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 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Marsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
White Marsh Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
White Marsh Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Marsh Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#391 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
64%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 White Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
White Marsh Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are White Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
White Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chapel District Elementary School, Easton Elementary School, St. Michaels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 White Marsh Elementary School?
278 students attend White Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of White Marsh Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Marsh Elementary School?
White Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does White Marsh Elementary School offer ?
White Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Marsh Elementary School part of?
White Marsh Elementary School is part of Talbot County School District.
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