Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Route 40 Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Route 40 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Route 40 Elementary School's student population of 122 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Route 40 Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Route 40 Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#757 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
33%
White
100%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Route 40 Elementary School's ranking?
Route 40 Elementary School is ranked #757 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Route 40 Elementary School often compared to?
Route 40 Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beall Elementary School, Cresaptown Elementary School, Frost Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Route 40 Elementary School?
122 students attend Route 40 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Route 40 Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Route 40 Elementary School?
Route 40 Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Route 40 Elementary School offer ?
Route 40 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Route 40 Elementary School part of?
Route 40 Elementary School is part of Garrett County School District.
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