Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Malcolm Elementary School ranks in the top 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 77% 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: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Malcolm Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Malcolm 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 Malcolm 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
#654 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
45%
33%
White
23%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Malcolm Elementary School's ranking?
Malcolm Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Malcolm Elementary School often compared to?
Malcolm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. James Craik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Malcolm Elementary School?
427 students attend Malcolm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Malcolm Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malcolm Elementary School?
Malcolm Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Malcolm Elementary School offer ?
Malcolm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malcolm Elementary School part of?
Malcolm Elementary School is part of Charles County School District.
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