Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Where There is Hope – All Students Succeed
School Rankings
C. Paul Barnhart 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 C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#576 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
70%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School's ranking?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School often compared to?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berry Elementary School, Arthur Middleton 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School?
588 students attend C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School offer ?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School part of?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
In what neighborhood is C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School located?
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is located in the Lancaster neighborhood of Waldorf, MD.
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