Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Odenton 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odenton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Odenton Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Odenton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odenton Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
35%
33%
White
31%
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
38%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Odenton Elementary School's ranking?
Odenton Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Odenton Elementary School often compared to?
Odenton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piney Orchard Elementary School, Seven Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Odenton Elementary School?
576 students attend Odenton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Odenton Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odenton Elementary School?
Odenton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odenton Elementary School offer ?
Odenton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Odenton Elementary School part of?
Odenton Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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