Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#407 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
7%
33%
White
81%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School's ranking?
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School is ranked #407 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School often compared to?
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mechanicsville Elementary School, Dynard Elementary School, White Marsh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School?
477 students attend Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School?
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School offer ?
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School part of?
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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