Serving 662 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crofton 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 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crofton 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
Crofton Elementary School's student population of 662 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crofton 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 Crofton Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#191 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
18%
33%
White
58%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crofton Elementary School's ranking?
Crofton Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Crofton Elementary School often compared to?
Crofton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crofton Meadows Elementary School, Crofton Woods Elementary School, Nantucket Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Crofton Elementary School?
662 students attend Crofton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Crofton Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crofton Elementary School?
Crofton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crofton Elementary School offer ?
Crofton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crofton Elementary School part of?
Crofton Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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