Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Route 40 Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Route 40 Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Route 40 Elementary School's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Motto
Route 40 students work together to solve problems and make a difference.
School Rankings
Route 40 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 Route 40 Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#882 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
n/a
24%
Black
n/a
32%
White
97%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Route 40 Elementary School's ranking?
Route 40 Elementary School is ranked #882 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Route 40 Elementary School often compared to?
Route 40 Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beall Elementary School, Cresaptown Elementary School, Frost Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Route 40 Elementary School?
123 students attend Route 40 Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Route 40 Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Route 40 Elementary School?
Route 40 Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Route 40 Elementary School offer ?
Route 40 Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Route 40 Elementary School part of?
Route 40 Elementary School is part of Garrett County School District.
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