Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Butterfly Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Butterfly Ridge 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 Butterfly Ridge Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#775 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
47%
24%
Black
19%
32%
White
18%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butterfly Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School is ranked #775 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Butterfly Ridge Elementary School?
607 students attend Butterfly Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Butterfly Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butterfly Ridge Elementary School?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Butterfly Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butterfly Ridge Elementary School part of?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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