Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Piney Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piney Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Piney Ridge Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piney Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piney Ridge Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#55 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
67%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piney Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Piney Ridge Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Piney Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Piney Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldersburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Piney Ridge Elementary School?
583 students attend Piney Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Piney Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piney Ridge Elementary School?
Piney Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piney Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Piney Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Piney Ridge Elementary School part of?
Piney Ridge Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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