Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pershing Hill 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pershing Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pershing Hill Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED
School Rankings
Pershing Hill 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 Pershing Hill Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#436 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
43%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Pershing Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Pershing Hill Elementary School is ranked #436 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pershing Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Pershing Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manor View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pershing Hill Elementary School?
530 students attend Pershing Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pershing Hill Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pershing Hill Elementary School?
Pershing Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pershing Hill Elementary School offer ?
Pershing Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pershing Hill Elementary School part of?
Pershing Hill Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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