Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Hall Elementary School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Hall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Park Hall Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Hall 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 Park Hall Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#576 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
40%
33%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 Park Hall Elementary School's ranking?
Park Hall Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Park Hall Elementary School often compared to?
Park Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesapeake Charter School, Leonardtown Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Park Hall Elementary School?
501 students attend Park Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Park Hall Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Hall Elementary School?
Park Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Hall Elementary School offer ?
Park Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Hall Elementary School part of?
Park Hall Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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