Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Ridge Elementary School's student population of 605 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Strong Alone, Unstoppable Together'
School Rankings
Spring Ridge 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 Spring Ridge Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#294 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
18%
32%
White
49%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Ridge Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Spring Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monocacy Elementary School, Ballenger Creek Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Spring Ridge Elementary School?
605 students attend Spring Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Spring Ridge Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Ridge Elementary School?
Spring Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spring Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Spring Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Ridge Elementary School part of?
Spring Ridge Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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