Serving 352 students in grades 3-5, Bayside 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 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 22% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bayside Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bayside 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 Bayside Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#185 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
3%
33%
White
78%
33%
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
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayside Elementary School's ranking?
Bayside Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bayside Elementary School often compared to?
Bayside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grasonville Elementary School, Matapeake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bayside Elementary School?
352 students attend Bayside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bayside Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayside Elementary School?
Bayside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayside Elementary School offer ?
Bayside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayside Elementary School part of?
Bayside Elementary School is part of Queen Anne's County School District.
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