Serving 395 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George T. Cromwell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George T. Cromwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George T. Cromwell Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
George T. Cromwell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George T. Cromwell Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#810 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
36%
24%
Black
12%
32%
White
43%
31%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George T. Cromwell Elementary School's ranking?
George T. Cromwell Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are George T. Cromwell Elementary School often compared to?
George T. Cromwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend George T. Cromwell Elementary School?
395 students attend George T. Cromwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of George T. Cromwell Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George T. Cromwell Elementary School?
George T. Cromwell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does George T. Cromwell Elementary School offer ?
George T. Cromwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George T. Cromwell Elementary School part of?
George T. Cromwell Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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