Serving 503 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arnold Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arnold 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
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arnold 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 Arnold Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#219 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
8%
33%
White
73%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arnold Elementary School's ranking?
Arnold Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadneck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
503 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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