Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Garden Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Garden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Garden Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Spring Garden Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Garden Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#170 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
5%
33%
White
83%
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
30%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Spring Garden Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Garden Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Spring Garden Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Garden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampstead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Spring Garden Elementary School?
456 students attend Spring Garden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Spring Garden Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Garden Elementary School?
Spring Garden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Garden Elementary School offer ?
Spring Garden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Garden Elementary School part of?
Spring Garden Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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