Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abingdon 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abingdon Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Abingdon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abingdon Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#529 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
27%
33%
White
45%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abingdon Elementary School's ranking?
Abingdon Elementary School is ranked #529 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Abingdon Elementary School often compared to?
Abingdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmorton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Abingdon Elementary School?
674 students attend Abingdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Abingdon Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abingdon Elementary School?
Abingdon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abingdon Elementary School offer ?
Abingdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abingdon Elementary School part of?
Abingdon Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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