Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School's student population of 489 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#761 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
36%
33%
White
24%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Glen Burnie Park Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glen Burnie Park Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood Elementary School, Woodside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glen Burnie Park Elementary School?
489 students attend Glen Burnie Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Glen Burnie Park Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Burnie Park Elementary School?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Burnie Park Elementary School offer ?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Burnie Park Elementary School part of?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glen Burnie Park Elementary School located?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Glen Burnie, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in South Gate.
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