Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Heron 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 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Heron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Heron Elementary School's student population of 680 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blue Heron 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 Blue Heron Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#250 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
8%
33%
White
66%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Heron Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Heron Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Blue Heron Elementary School?
680 students attend Blue Heron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Blue Heron Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Heron Elementary School?
Blue Heron Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blue Heron Elementary School offer ?
Blue Heron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Heron Elementary School part of?
Blue Heron Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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