For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 292 students in Galena, MD.
The top ranked public school in Galena, MD is Galena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Galena, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Galena have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 67% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Galena, MD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
114 S Main Street
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Galena, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
114 South Main St
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Galena, MD 21635
(410) 648-5132
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Galena, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Galena, MD include Galena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Galena?
1 public schools are located in Galena.
What is the racial composition of students in Galena?
Galena public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 67% (majority Black).
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