Serving 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt. Savage 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 35-39% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Savage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Savage Elementary School's student population of 218 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Mt. Savage 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 Mt. Savage Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#596 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
24%
Black
1%
32%
White
93%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Mt. Savage Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Savage Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mt. Savage Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Savage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School, Northeast Elementary School, George's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Mt. Savage Elementary School?
218 students attend Mt. Savage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mt. Savage Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Savage Elementary School?
Mt. Savage Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mt. Savage Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Savage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt. Savage Elementary School part of?
Mt. Savage Elementary School is part of Allegany County School District.
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