Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southgate Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southgate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southgate Elementary School's student population of 710 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southgate Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southgate Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
43%
33%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southgate Elementary School's ranking?
Southgate Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Southgate Elementary School?
710 students attend Southgate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Southgate Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southgate Elementary School?
Southgate Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southgate Elementary School offer ?
Southgate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southgate Elementary School part of?
Southgate Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southgate Elementary School located?
Southgate Elementary School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Glen Burnie, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in South Gate.
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