Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tilghman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tilghman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tilghman Elementary School's student population of 94 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tilghman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tilghman Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#301 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
22%
Black
1%
33%
White
92%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tilghman Elementary School's ranking?
Tilghman Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Tilghman Elementary School?
94 students attend Tilghman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Tilghman Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tilghman Elementary School?
Tilghman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tilghman Elementary School offer ?
Tilghman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tilghman Elementary School part of?
Tilghman Elementary School is part of Talbot County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/9/2020
I LOVE this school and am very sad to go I so wish there was a Tilghman middle and high school this place makes me feel safe!
5 9/15/2020
Tilghman Elementary School packs big school resources in a small package. The school has excellent and dedicated teaching staff augmented by a strong community volunteer program that assists in areas such as tutoring, music and art. The teacher to student ratio is excellent so the strengths and weaknesses of each child are well known and the test scores, which are well above state average, reflect it. A real gem in the public school system.
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