Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denton 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 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 640 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denton Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Denton 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 Denton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#570 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
60%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Denton Elementary School's ranking?
Denton Elementary School is ranked #570 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Denton Elementary School often compared to?
Denton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgely Elementary School, Greensboro Elementary School, Federalsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Denton Elementary School?
640 students attend Denton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Denton Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denton Elementary School?
Denton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Denton Elementary School offer ?
Denton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denton Elementary School part of?
Denton Elementary School is part of Caroline County School District.
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