Serving 493 students in grades 2-5, Greenwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Greenwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#959 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
62%
33%
White
19%
32%
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
83%
44%
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 Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deal Island School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?
493 students attend Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Greenwood Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Elementary School?
Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Elementary School is part of Somerset County 51爆料s.
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