Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bushy Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushy Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bushy Park Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bushy Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bushy Park Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#103 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
6%
33%
White
68%
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
8%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushy Park Elementary School's ranking?
Bushy Park Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bushy Park Elementary School often compared to?
Bushy Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manor Woods Elementary School, Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bushy Park Elementary School?
621 students attend Bushy Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bushy Park Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bushy Park Elementary School?
Bushy Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bushy Park Elementary School offer ?
Bushy Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bushy Park Elementary School part of?
Bushy Park Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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