Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glen Burnie Park 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School's student population of 555 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Glen Burnie Park 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 Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#743 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
34%
24%
Black
34%
32%
White
24%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Glen Burnie Park Elementary School's ranking?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glen Burnie Park Elementary School often compared to?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School, Woodside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glen Burnie Park Elementary School?
555 students attend Glen Burnie Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Glen Burnie Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Burnie Park Elementary School?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glen Burnie Park Elementary School offer ?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Burnie Park Elementary School part of?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glen Burnie Park Elementary School located?
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School is located in the South Gate neighborhood of Glen Burnie, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in South Gate.
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