Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dowell 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dowell Elementary School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Dowell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dowell Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#649 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
69%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dowell Elementary School's ranking?
Dowell Elementary School is ranked #649 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dowell Elementary School often compared to?
Dowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dowell Elementary School?
541 students attend Dowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dowell Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dowell Elementary School?
Dowell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dowell Elementary School offer ?
Dowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dowell Elementary School part of?
Dowell Elementary School is part of Calvert County School District.
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