Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pot Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pot Spring Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pot Spring Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to the home of the bluebirds!
School Rankings
Pot Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pot Spring 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
#344 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
22%
32%
White
38%
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
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pot Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Pot Spring Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pot Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Pot Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timonium Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pot Spring Elementary School?
434 students attend Pot Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Pot Spring Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 22% 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 Pot Spring Elementary School?
Pot Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pot Spring Elementary School offer ?
Pot Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pot Spring Elementary School part of?
Pot Spring Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
We are very disappointed with the school, curriculum does not meet academic needs of individual child, teachers teach poorly with the exception of 1 or 2. Office is very unfriendly toward visitors, overall, never recommend.
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