Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bushy Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushy Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bushy Park Elementary School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Bushy Park Bears are Respectful, Responsible and Ready to Learn
School Rankings
Bushy Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bushy Park 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
#86 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
6%
32%
White
67%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushy Park Elementary School's ranking?
Bushy Park Elementary School is ranked #86 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bushy Park Elementary School often compared to?
Bushy Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School, Manor Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bushy Park Elementary School?
631 students attend Bushy Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bushy Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bushy Park Elementary School?
Bushy Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bushy Park Elementary School offer ?
Bushy Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bushy Park Elementary School part of?
Bushy Park Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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