Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tuscarora 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuscarora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tuscarora Elementary School's student population of 781 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tuscarora 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 Tuscarora Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#493 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
26%
33%
White
26%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuscarora Elementary School's ranking?
Tuscarora Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Tuscarora Elementary School often compared to?
Tuscarora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakdale Elementary School, Yellow Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Tuscarora Elementary School?
781 students attend Tuscarora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Tuscarora Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuscarora Elementary School?
Tuscarora Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tuscarora Elementary School offer ?
Tuscarora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuscarora Elementary School part of?
Tuscarora Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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