麻豆果冻传媒

Central Elementary School

130 Stepney Ln
Edgewater, MD 21037
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 570 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central 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% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30% in MD
  • : 40% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 570 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
570 students
This chart displays total students of Central Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Central Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Central Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Central Elementary School by grade.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#388 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Central Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40%
25%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
54%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50-54%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Maryland by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Central Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Central Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
11%
22%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Central Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
2%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Central Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
81%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Central Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Central Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Maryland.
0.33
This chart displays the diversity score of Central Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Central Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Maryland by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
570 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Central Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.

School Reviews

Review Central Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

麻豆果冻传媒 Articles

Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40% (Top 30%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Quick Links