Serving 402 students in grades 2-12, Swan Creek School ranks in the bottom 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 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Swan Creek School's student population of 402 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Swan Creek School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan Creek School is 0.67, 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
#905 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
48%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Swan Creek School's ranking?
Swan Creek School is ranked #905 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swan Creek School?
The graduation rate of Swan Creek School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Swan Creek School?
402 students attend Swan Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Swan Creek School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swan Creek School?
Swan Creek School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swan Creek School offer ?
Swan Creek School offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Swan Creek School part of?
Swan Creek School is part of Harford County School District.
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