Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Red Pump Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Pump Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Red Pump Elementary School's student population of 753 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Pump Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Pump Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#245 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
82%
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
2%
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 Red Pump Elementary School's ranking?
Red Pump Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Red Pump Elementary School often compared to?
Red Pump Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Red Pump Elementary School?
753 students attend Red Pump Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Red Pump Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Pump Elementary School?
Red Pump Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Pump Elementary School offer ?
Red Pump Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Pump Elementary School part of?
Red Pump Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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